05/03/2026
Not all coughs are the same 🫁
A cough is a protective reflex — not a diagnosis. The pattern and sound of a cough can give important clues about what’s happening in the airways.
🔹 Dry cough – Often linked to post-viral inflammation or lingering airway sensitivity after infection.�🔹 Chesty (wet) cough – Usually means mucus is present and the body is trying to clear it.�🔹 Night-time cough – Can be associated with asthma, post-nasal drip, reflux, or airway reactivity.�🔹 Persistent cough (3+ weeks) – May suggest ongoing inflammation, allergies, or airway hypersensitivity.
Recognising the type of cough is the first step in understanding how to support recovery.
If a cough isn’t improving or keeps coming back, we’re here to help.�📩 Message the team at Salt Clinic MK to book your appointment.