The body's natural response to an irritant is a cough, which is triggered by receptors in the throat that detect tickling, dryness, or obstructions, among other sensations. When someone coughs ...

A tickle in the throat is often caused by viral infections, like strep throat, cold, and flu. Acid reflux, allergies, and asthma can cause a tickle in the throat along with coughing. If you're not ...