Dry coughs are coughs that do not produce phlegm or mucus. A dry cough usually feels like something is irritating or tickling the back of your throat. A constant, dry cough may be a symptom of several different medical conditions.

Influenza is a seasonal viral disease that typically causes symptoms of fever, chills, headache, stuffy nose, sore throat and muscle aches. Fever and muscle aches are typically among the first symptoms to develop.

"Flu symptoms" is a general description for a set of symptoms usually including fever, chills, malaise, dry cough, loss of appetite and body aches. These symptoms are present in many illnesses as these are the symptoms that occur as the body’s natural response to fighting an infection.

Mineral deposits can build up in a humidifier over time due to the presence of calcium and other minerals in the water. As the water evaporates, minerals form in the tank, water tray, filter basket and other components within the humidifier, depending on the model.

The tetanus injection, which is more commonly referred to as the DTaP vaccine, is a combination vaccine that protects recipients against diptheria, tetanus and pertussis.

When your child has a cold, you might be able to use honey to alleviate some of her symptoms, such as a cough or a sore throat. Giving your child milk while she is sick won't increase her phlegm production, but it may thicken the phlegm her body is already producing.

Steroid nasal sprays are used commonly to treat conditions like sinusitis and allergic rhinitis. They work by decreasing the inflammation in the nose, and are very effective in reducing allergy symptoms such as stuffy and runny nose, itching and sneezing. Flixonase nasal sprays, known as Flonase in the U.S.

Robitussin is a North American brand-name cough syrup currently produced by the pharmaceutical company, Pfizer. The active ingredients in Robitussin DM are dextromethorphan HBr, a cough suppressant approved by the U.S.

The flu is a highly contagious virus that attacks the upper respiratory system. According to Kid'sHealth.org, the illness generally has a quick onset and you may have few symptoms prior to getting sick. The preliminary symptoms you do have may be mild or easily confused for something else.

The primary reason for a doctor to prescribe a cough medicine with hydrocodone is to alleviate the chronic coughing that can accompany lung cancer. Athough hydrocodone is a narcotic with significant adverse effects—and even potential for abuse—it is a valuable tool for improving quality of life.

Onion tea has been used as a folk remedy for the common cold, flu and cough. Onion contains nutrients to help fight a cold, and herbal teas provide you with a relaxing effect during recovery.

Mucus can build up in different places in the body, including the lungs, throat, nose and chest. Coughing is often the best way to expel excess mucus from the throat and lungs. Your child will need to blow his nose if the mucus is in the nasal cavities. Medications and home remedies are also used to help clear mucus.