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By Mayo Clinic staffPreventing the actions that trigger your cough headaches — whether that is coughing, sneezing or straining on the toilet — may help reduce the number of headaches you experience. Some preventive measures may include:
- Treating lung infections, such as bronchitis
- Using cough suppressants as needed
- Getting an annual flu shot
- Using stool softeners to avoid constipation