4. Acid Reflux
You might be surprised to learn that acid reflux can cause dry cough. Acid reflux, also known as heartburn, is a condition where the stomach acids back up into your throat. You will notice acid reflux symptoms if this is what is causing your cough. The most common symptom of acid reflux is a burning right in the center of your chest. This is why the disease is known as heartburn.
There are medications that you can take in order to combat acid reflux. For example, you may wish to go with the over-the-counter option of Rolaids or Tums, although for more serious or chronic cases of acid reflux, there are more expensive over-the-counter remedies such as Prilosec which used to be available only as a prescription. If you can eliminate the acid reflux, then you will be able to eliminate the dry coughing as well.