How do you cure chest congestion?

Answer 1

Over the counter expectorant cough medicines can be effective. Try the ones with Guaifenesin as an ingredient, which loosens congestion, allowing secretions to be more easily cleared from your lungs and bronchial tubes. Take deep breaths to aerate your lungs. Cold air humidifiers can also be helpful. Drink plenty of fluids, consider Vitamin C supplements if you are not getting good nutrition from your diet of fruits and vegetables. Avoid dairy products.

If the cough persists or you get a fever over 101 degrees Fahrenheit, dizziness, shortness of breath or chest pain, contact a medical professional without delay for advice.

Be sure to cover your mouth when you cough, using a tissue, not your hand. If you do not have a tissue, cough into the "crook" of your elbow held closely to your body to catch the germs.

Do not smoke. Stay home from work or school and don't go into public except to seek medical advice or medications.

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Answer 2

If there is a high fever or trouble breathing, the child must be assessed in an ER. For mild cold symptom type chest congestion without Asthma, bronchitis, or other serious illness, a vaporizer works wonders, as does running a hot shower and having the child sit in the bathroom.

Answer 3

Mucinex workd the best. Also try a vaporizer ahile sleeping and hot showers. The steam helps to break up the mucus so its easier to get it out.

Answer 4

Personally, I sleep in my recliner when I have a chest cold, drink hot tea, eat soup and try to get enough rest. Not lying down really makes a difference in reducing the time to recover.

Answer 5

HUMIDIFIER