Cough Barking

A loud, jerky, dry cough that occurs during pathological processes in the larynx or trachea is called barking. This type of cough is caused by inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract, such as laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis, etc.

A barking cough occurs due to swelling and irritation of the mucous membrane of the larynx and trachea. This leads to spasm of the vocal cords and narrowing of the airways. The cough takes on a characteristic loud, abrupt “barking” sound.

Causes of barking cough:

1. Acute respiratory viral infections, influenza
2. Bacterial infections (sore throat, sinusitis)
3. Allergic inflammation of the airways
4. Mechanical irritation of the mucous membrane from a foreign body, prolonged intubation

Treatment of barking cough is aimed at eliminating inflammation and swelling of the mucous membrane of the respiratory tract. Anti-inflammatory, expectorant, bronchodilator drugs, and inhaled glucocorticosteroids are prescribed. For allergic coughs, antihistamines are indicated. It is important to treat the underlying condition that is causing the cough. If you have a persistent barking cough, you should consult a doctor to identify and eliminate the cause.

A barking cough is one of the most common symptoms of various diseases that can lead to serious complications. It is characterized by a loud and hacking dry cough, which occurs due to disruption of the respiratory system. Despite its simplicity, cough can be difficult to diagnose, which often leads to untimely treatment, and