The difference between hot cough and cold cough at night

The difference between hot cough and cold cough at night is actually a problem we often encounter in our daily lives. Simply put, the difference between hot cough and cold cough is mainly reflected in the symptoms and causes. Hot cough usually manifests as cough accompanied by yellow sputum, dry throat, sore throat, and may even have symptoms such as dry mouth and constipation. Cold cough is mostly manifested as cough accompanied by white sputum and thin sputum, often accompanied by cold symptoms such as nasal congestion and clear runny nose. Understanding these differences will help us better deal with cough problems in our daily lives.

Hot cough at night is often related to the heat evil in the body, which may be caused by improper diet, getting angry or exogenous wind-heat. For example, eating too much spicy food at night may cause hot cough. Cold cough is mostly related to cold evil, which is common after catching a cold or catching a cold. For example, catching a cold at night or staying in an air-conditioned room for a long time may cause a cold cough.

So, how should we deal with hot cough and cold cough at night? For hot cough, you can drink more water to maintain the water balance in the body, reduce the intake of spicy and irritating foods, and if necessary, choose some Chinese medicine or diet therapy methods that clear heat and detoxify, such as chrysanthemum tea, honeysuckle, etc. For cold cough, you should pay attention to keeping warm and avoid getting cold. You can choose some warm foods, such as ginger and brown sugar water, to drive away the cold and warm the body.

Of course, in addition to these tips in life, maintaining good living habits is also an important part of preventing coughs. For example, keep the indoor air circulating, exercise properly to strengthen the body, eat a reasonable diet, ensure adequate sleep, etc. If the cough symptoms persist or are accompanied by other serious symptoms, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the condition.

Understanding the difference between hot cough and cold cough at night can help us better cope with and deal with cough problems, making our lives healthier and more comfortable. I hope these little tips can be helpful to everyone, and I wish everyone can have a healthy life.