Did You Know?
Some animals cough too, like dogs!
Why We Cough
We cough to clear our throat.
How to Cough
Cough into your elbow, not your hand.
What Coughs Do
Coughs help clear stuff from lungs.
Coughs can show we are sick.
Coughs can be loud or soft.
We cough when we breathe in dust.
Coughs can make us feel better.
Coughs help keep our airways clear.
More About Coughs
Coughs can happen for many reasons. You might cough when you are sick. You can also cough if you eat too fast. Coughing helps your body stay clean.
Coughs can be a sign of a cold. If you cough a lot, it might be time to see a doctor. They can help you feel better. Coughs can last a few days or longer.
Did you know some coughs are dry? This means no mucus comes up. Other coughs are wet and help clear mucus. It is good to know how to cough right!
How Topics Connect
graph TD
A["Coughing Process"] --> B["Inhalation Phase"]
B --> C["Forced Exhalation"]
C --> D["Opening of Glottis"]
D --> E["Release of Air"]
E --> F["Distinctive Sound"]
F --> G["Protective Reflex"]
G --> H["Reduce Spread of Infection"]
What Do These Words Mean?
expulsion:the act of forcing something out
irritants:substances that cause discomfort or pain
microbes:tiny living things that can cause disease
glottis:the opening between the vocal cords in the throat
infectious droplets:tiny drops of liquid that can spread germs
