Kelli, it wouldn't be right for mudcatters, who don't know anything about you, to tell you how to cope with a devastating cough.

1. Go to your public library. Read at least 3 books about allergies. Watch out for quackery - it can be found in the library, I'm sad to say.

2. Collect some statistics. Be able to say "I get coughing attacks ------ times a week. I cough at night/by day/after eating/when it's dusty. This has been going on since--------." etc

3. Visit a medical doctor, preferably an allergist.