Allergic cough is characterized by the presence of marked familial history, past history or concomitant allergic conditions, sensitivity to allergens readily demonstrable by skin testing, therapeutic response to epinephrine and its periodic nature Chronic cough is a common symptom in a multitude of allergic diseases in adults, which makes the diagnosis and
treatment quite challenging
Differential diagnosis and a systematic therapeutic approach might simplify the management of cough related to allergies Avoidance of offending allergen is the first-line of defense to reduce the possibility of an allergic attack
Various therapeutic options available for the management of cough associated with allergic conditions
Use of antitussive agent such as codeine or dextromethorphan is suggested for the short-term symptomatic relief of
dry cough