Article: In some situations, it may be necessary for you to seek treatment right away. You can try home treatments for a few days, but you will need to see a doctor if your condition does not improve after a few days. Call your doctor if you notice: Thick and/or greenish-yellow phlegm Wheezing or whistling sound at the beginning or end of each breath Any odd sounding cough (not just wheezing) and difficulty with breathing at the end of a cough A fever of more than 104F (38C) Shortness of breath In some cases, a cough may present with other symptoms that require immediate medical treatment. Go to an emergency room if you experience: Choking Difficulty breathing or swallowing Blood in your phlegm or pink-tinged phlegm There are several prescription and over-the-counter medicines available that may help to relieve your wheezing cough. Make sure that you check with your doctor before taking anything because the medicine you need will depend on the cause of your cough. Some common medicines for different types of coughs include: Antihistamines May be recommended for a cough brought on by allergies. Cough suppressants May be helpful for a cough due to the common cold. Decongestants May be helpful for a cough with sinus congestion. Expectorants May be helpful if you have lots of thick mucus that you cannot cough up. Bronchodilators/Inhaled Beta Agonists May be helpful if you have a cough that is due to asthma.

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Know when to seek medical attention. Go to an emergency room for severe symptoms. Ask your doctor about medicines for your cough.