Table 3 Key points in history indicating the reflux origin of the cough
From: Cough in adult cystic fibrosis: diagnosis and response to fundoplication
Hoarseness or a problem with the voice |
Clearing the throat |
Excess mucus in the throat, or drip down the back of the nose |
Retching or vomiting when coughing |
Cough on first lying down or bending over |
Chest tightness or wheeze when coughing |
Heartburn, indigestion, stomach acid coming up |
A tickle in the throat, or a lump in the throat |
Cough with eating (during or straight after meals) |
Cough with certain foods |
Cough when getting out of bed in the morning |
Cough brought on by singing or speaking (for example, on the telephone) |
Coughing during the day rather than night |
A strange taste in the mouth |