The medical term for a cough is tussis.
Whooping cough is pertussis; one common brand of cough medicine is Robitussin.
The medical term, pertussis, is what causes whooping cough. Whooping cough is coughing uncontrollably, then gasping for air, which is caused by Bordetella pertussis.
If you have a persistent cough that only happens or starts at night, it is called a nocturnal cough. This type of cough is usually non-productive.
Some cough medicines are antitussives (cough suppressants) and some are mucolytics (purported to loosen phlegm).
Paroxysmal is the medical term meaning occurring in sharp, spasmodic episodes. For instance, the typical cough of pertussis is paroxysmal.
An antitussive is a medication used to suppress or relieve coughing. It works by reducing the activity of the cough reflex in the brain. Common examples include codeine, dextromethorphan, and benzonatate.
Tuss- is the medical terminology prefix meaning cough.
SputumsputumSputum is what is expectorated through the mouth from the respiratory system in a productive cough.
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Ausculatate is the medical term meaning listen.
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The medical term for inflammation of the lung caused by bacterial infection is pneumonia. It can cause symptoms such as fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. Treatment typically involves antibiotics and supportive care, such as rest and fluids.