Once you understand what's behind your cough, choosing the right treatment becomes much easier.

If you developed a dry cough a few years ago, you may have simply written it off as having a cold. But these days, it’s understandable to be on high alert for a slew of possible illnesses. Do you have ...

Coughs will usually clear up on their own within three to four weeks, but persistent coughing can be irritating. There are a number of over-the-counter medicines that can help to ease the symptoms.

It is not unusual to cough up phlegm with a common cold. However, it can also indicate a different, sometimes serious, underlying condition such as stomach acid reflux, lung disease, or heart disease.

Sinusitis, sometimes called a sinus infection, is a common condition that often develops after a cold or flu. Because its ...

A cough that produces mucus, or phlegm, is known as a wet — or productive — cough. Producing mucus while coughing is typically a response to allergens and irritants, airway infections, or an ...

It's that time of year when winter viruses take hold, and a cacophony of coughs fill households, offices and public transport. Often people turn to cough medicine for a fix. But does this work, or are ...