What Are the Causes of Frequent Honking Dry Cough?

A frequent dry cough can be annoying and keep you from getting a good night of sleep. Symptoms of a frequent, honking dry cough can be treated with home remedies such as hot tea and honey; over-the-counter lozenges, sprays, syrups or prescription medications. The causes of a frequent honking dry cough include infections and allergies.

Allergies

• Seasonal allergies to pollen as well as dust and pet dander allergies may cause you to have a frequent dry cough.

Asthma

• Asthma is a chronic condition that may cause you to have a frequent honking dry cough, especially during or after exercise.

Colds

• The common cold may cause you to develop a frequent, honking dry cough for several weeks even after your other symptoms have disappeared.

GERD

• If your frequent, honking dry cough is accompanied by a bad taste in your mouth and heartburn, it may be caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Pertussis

• Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an infectious disease that can cause a frequent honking dry cough. You can prevent infection by getting vaccinated against it.

Smoking

• If you are a smoker, the chemicals in tobacco can irritate your mouth, lungs and throat and cause you to have a frequent honking dry cough.