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Be Cough Aware

A cough that won't go away

If you’ve had a cough that just won’t go away – for more than eight weeks – it’s time to have a yarn with your doctor or health worker. A cough might seem small, but if you’re coughing up spit (mucus or phlegm), or blood, or feeling pain or dizzy when you cough, don’t ignore it. If your coughing is keeping you up at night, making it hard to breathe, or leaving you tired and sore in the chest, your lungs might be trying to tell you something. Getting checked early can help you stay strong and healthy for your family and community.

Out of wind

Sometimes feeling out of wind, puffed out or not being able to catch your breath can sneak up on us. You might think it’s just getting older, carrying a bit of extra weight, or not being as fit as you used to be –  but that’s not always the case. If you notice that you’re feeling out of wind even when you’re not doing much, it’s important to see your doctor or health worker. Your lungs could be struggling, and catching any problems early can make a big difference.

Fatigue

Fatigue means feeling really buggered, worn out, with no energy even after resting or having a good night’s sleep. It can also mean you are finding it hard to think straight and feel cranky or emotional too. Sometimes, even small things like cooking dinner or getting ready for the day can feel like a big job. If you’ve been feeling this way, have a chat with your health worker or doctor. They can help find out what’s going on and get you back on track.

What is a cough?

A cough is the body’s way of cleaning out the lungs. We cough to clear unwanted spit (mucus or phlegm) from our breathing tubes. The most common cause of a cough is a cold. Usually, the cough caused by a cold goes away within three weeks. When coughing lasts longer than this, speak to your doctor or health worker to check what’s going on. 


When should I see a doctor for my cough?

It’s hard to know if a cough is trying to tell you something “It’s probably nothing”, we tell ourselves. But paying attention to that cough and getting help from your doctor early can make a big difference. Coughing becomes a problem when it:  

  • hangs around (for more than eight weeks)  
  • includes other symptoms such as feeling out of wind 
  • comes with pain, feeling worn out, not having a good night sleep or have lost weight.

If your cough’s been hanging around or making you feel out of wind, worn-out or sore, this could be a sign your lungs need a check-up.

 

Don’t wait. Checking your lungs early keeps you healthy, strong and here for your mob.

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