Winter coughs are common and usually harmless, caused by dry air, viral infections, cold exposure, or indoor allergens.

Experts say the key lies in the cough’s symptoms and length. People should go see a doctor if their cough lasts for more than a week or a couple of weeks. “We’re especially concerned when a cough ...

Often, other factors are also at play. "Please see a doctor," says Green, "if your cough lasts more than seven to 10 days, you're coughing up blood, you're experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain ...

Patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis-associated chronic cough who received twice-daily oral extended release nalbuphine for 6 weeks had decreases in 24-hour cough frequency, according to data ...