How to distinguish between cold cough and hot cough

summary

Cold cough and hot cough are two representative cough ways. Correct differentiation is helpful for reasonable treatment. Let's see how to distinguish between cold cough and hot cough.

How to distinguish between cold cough and hot cough

First of all: cold cough, characterized by fear of cold, mild fever (or no fever), headache, nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy throat, cough, mostly thin white phlegm, thin white tongue coating. Different types of cough directly determine the drugs to be used.

Secondly, the main manifestations of hot cough are heavy fever, not too afraid of cold, head swelling, sore throat, dry mouth, cough, yellow and thick expectoration, thin white and yellowish tongue coating.

Finally: cold cough generally choose the medicine of dispersing wind cold, Jiuwei Qianghuo decoction, Zhengchaihu drink granule. Generally, Yinqiao Jiedu pill, Lingqiao Jiedu pill, antiviral oral liquid and Banlangen Granule are suitable for hot cough.

matters needing attention

Although cough is only a minor disease, it is very important to distinguish it correctly and use drugs reasonably. If you are not sure, it is best to see a doctor in time.