Dry Cough

A type of cough that does not produce mucus is called an unproductive cough or dry cough. Dry coughs have a consistent sound due to the absence of mucus hence the name hacking coughs.

Causes of Dry cough

The causes of dry cough include:

• Respiratory tract infections such as colds, flu, or pneumonia can cause irritation and inflammation, leading to a dry cough.
• Allergies to substances like pollen, dust, or pet dander can trigger coughing as the body attempts to clear the airways.
• Environmental factors such as smoke, pollution, or dry air can irritate the throat
• Asthma or other respiratory system diseases can result in a dry cough due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
• Medications such as ACE inhibitors used to treat high blood pressure may cause a dry cough as a side effect.
• Chronic conditions like chronic bronchitis or interstitial lung disease can also lead to a persistent dry cough.

Dry Cough Symptoms

Here are some symptoms as mentioned below.

• Tickle in the throat
• Hoarseness or rough voice
• Throat irritation
• Persistent coughing
• Absence of mucus
• Dryness or scratchiness in the throat
• Chest tightness
• Difficulty breathing

The difference between dry cough and wet cough lies in the presence of mucus. A dry cough is a non-productive cough that does not produce any mucus or phlegm in our body. It is caused by irritation and inflammation of the respiratory airway.

A wet cough produces mucus or phlegm and can be caused by different types of illness affecting our respiratory system. In this article, we are going to discuss the difference between dry cough and wet cough in detail.