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North Tonawanda, NY

I cannot stop coughing again today. I was wondering if this is from the fibro too. It's a heavy but dry cough like something is irritating my lungs. Does this happen to anyone else?

June 23, 2017
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Members responding to a question about persistent dry cough with fibromyalgia shared that many experience similar symptoms, though several... Read more

Members responding to a question about persistent dry cough with fibromyalgia shared that many experience similar symptoms, though several discovered their cough was actually related to other conditions like COPD, asthma, acid reflux irritating the throat, or seasonal allergies rather than fibromyalgia itself. Several members offered practical relief strategies including keeping cough drops handy, staying well-hydrated throughout the day and night, using nasal sprays like Flonase or antihistamines for allergy-related coughs, limiting caffeine to reduce acid reflux, and maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures away from extreme heat or cold. A recurring theme was the strong encouragement to see a doctor for proper evaluation, as persistent coughing can signal underlying conditions that need medical attention, with members emphasizing that early diagnosis and appropriate treatment made significant differences in their quality of life.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Has anyone having problems with there eyesight???

June 23, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I hope you feel better! COPD Patients have a lot of trouble with when weather changes.... don't think the most bad scenario right away! But if it doesn't go away you should get a X-ray taken to check your lungs! Better save the sorry! Good Luck!

June 23, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

@JeanneCypher-OMG - -I am so grateful to God that you asked that question. I have had this horrible dry cough for about a month now. I sleep with cough drops under my pillow. I have COPD and my daughter and cousin hear me and keep telling me I should call my lung doctor.

I am so glad you mentioned it. I never gave it a thought until you mentioned it in your note. It has been driving me nuts, I know it's not cold. Thank you so much for mentioning it.

A THOUGHT FOR TODAY: May you always be doing those good,kind things which show that you are a child of God,for this will bring much praise and glory to the Lord. AMEN

6/23/17

June 23, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

It seems like when my allergies are bad, it's been worse. I take Flonase and Ibuprophen to control it. It seems to help a bit now. My lungs (probably rib cages) feel inflamed when this bothers me the most.

July 14, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've been coughing fo several weeks. Been given steroids and two weeks antibiotics. Still got a lingering cough. I've got progressive lung disease too though! I also have had really bad allergic reaction to the pollen this year! Git antihistamines and nose spray! Still cough ever so often, it's like a rattling cough though! X
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June 29, 2017

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