Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) containing aspirin or ibuprofen can help relieve the pain caused by the infection in your chest. Be sure to not to take more than the recommended dosage. You should avoid taking cough suppressants if possible, but there's nothing wrong with taking medicine meant to treat your sore throat. Look for an over-the-counter medicine containing benzocaine, with helps soothe irritated throat tissue. It comes in syrup and cough drop form. Use natural cough drops. Cough drops made with simple ingredients like honey and lemon are available at health food stores. If you feel up to it, make your own cough drops following these steps: Pour a half cup of honey and a few drops of peppermint extract or eucalyptus oil into a small pot. Place the pot over medium high heat. Stir it constantly as it comes to a boil. Monitor the temperature of the honey with a candy thermometer. Remove it from heat when it reaches 300 degrees F (149 degrees C), the temperature at which the honey will harden when it cools. Use a spoon to scoop drops of honey onto a baking sheet lined with oiled parchment or wax paper. Wait for the drops to harden, then suck on them to soothe your throat. Natural remedies might be handy in chronic cases of bronchitis as the problem is persistent. In such cases herbs such as Adhatoda vasica, Hedychium spicatum, Curcuma longa, Terminalia belerica, Ocimum sanctum, and Glycyrrhiza glabra might help to soothe the bronchial linings, liquefy the mucus, helps to get it expelled from the lungs and provide relief from the symptoms of constant irritant coughing etc. Herbs such as zingiber officinale, Piper nigrum, Piper longum,Tinospora cordifolia might help to improve the immunity of the patient suffering from chronic bronchitis. These herbs help to prevent the frequent attacks of bronchitis. Natural remedies are not subject to the same testing regime as medicines and may not contain the ingredients listed on the label. Make sure that you tell your doctor about any herbs you are taking because these can interact with other medications, such as antibiotics.
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One-sentence summary -- Take an over-the-counter pain medicine. Try medicines that soothe your throat. Try natural remedies to fight chronic bronchitis:

Brushing your teeth is by far the most effective way of removing plaque, and brushing properly and regularly will help to ensure that less plaque builds up over time. This is important as built-up plaque can calcify into tartar, which is a lot harder to remove. You should brush your teeth once a day at the very least, but dentists recommend brushing twice; once in the morning and once before bed. It is important to brush before bed because during night, bacterial flora becomes more active eliminating acids that are hard to neutralize because of the reduced flow of saliva. Flossing is an essential component of effective oral hygiene, though unfortunately it is often neglected. Flossing removes bacteria and food particles from between the teeth, helping to prevent the formation of plaque. It should be done once a day, at bedtime, before brushing your teeth. Floss between teeth using a gentle sawing motion, and lifting the floss along the sides of the teeth. Avoid "snapping" the floss into place, as this can irritate the delicate gum tissue. Make sure to use a clean section of floss for between each tooth, otherwise you are just moving bacteria from one part of your mouth to another. If you find dental floss awkward to use, try using a dental pick instead. This is a small wooden or plastic stick which can be inserted between the teeth, achieving the same results as flossing. Though plaque-busting mouthwashes are not effective enough to remove plaque all by themselves, when used as part of a teeth cleaning routine involving brushing and flossing, they can help to loosen plaque, while giving you minty-fresh breath in the process. Chlorhexidine digluconate is the most effective mouthwash against any type of oral bacteria, but it should not be used for more than two weeks in a row. The bacteria found in plaque thrive on sugary and starchy foods. In fact, every time you eat these kinds of foods, the bacteria release an acid which leads to tooth decay and cavities. To avoid this, try to minimize your consumption of these types of processed foods and pay special attention to your brushing and flossing routine if you decide to indulge. Even if you implement the most rigorous oral hygiene routine at home, you can still benefit from a visit to the dentist every six months or so. Only a dentist can give you the thorough, professional cleaning which will remove the most hard-to-reach plaque and stubborn tartar.
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One-sentence summary -- Brush your teeth twice daily. Floss between your teeth. Use a mouthwash that targets plaque. Avoid sugary and starchy foods. Get regular, professional cleanings.

Do this in a journal or a text document. This is particularly helpful if you're not entirely sure what you want to do, but just have a feeling about it. Writing regularly in a journal is a great way to keep in touch with yourself and to keep up to date on how you're feeling. Many people claim that writing helps them clarify how they feel and what they want. Once you have an idea of what you want to do, do your research. Researching your goals will help you narrow down the best way to achieve them. Reach out to people who have achieved goals similar to yours. They can provide you with helpful tips about what works, as well as what to avoid. Online forums like Reddit are a great place to look for discussions on most topics particularly if you want an insider's view on specific careers. Example: While writing your thesis you're beginning to wonder what you'll end up doing with it. Read about what others have done with similar degrees to the one that you're pursuing. This might even help you gear your thesis towards publications or other opportunities that can help further your career. After you've done your research you'll have a good sense of what each path and result will look like. This should make it easier for you to choose the path that will best serve you in achieving your goal. This includes being aware of things that may hinder you in your goals in the case of thesis writing this may include mental exhaustion, lack of research, or unexpected work responsibilities. Your goals may change as you move toward them. Allow room for yourself, and as a result, your goals, to develop. That said, don't just give up when it gets hard. There's a difference between losing interest and losing hope!
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Write about what you want. Do your research. Consider your options and choose the one that best serves you. Be aware of things related to your goal that may affect you. Be flexible.