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Quick Answer. The type of cough associated with a tickle in the throat is a dry cough, which is typically caused by inflammation in the throat, according to NHS Choices. The cough occurs because the brain interprets the presence of the inflammation as an actual irritant and provokes coughing to try to remove it. Continue Reading.
While that tickle in your throat can often be treated at home with over-the-counter cold medication coupled with Mom's advice to rest up and drink lots of fluids, sometimes a cough is a sign of something more serious than a cold. Cough Symptoms: When to See a Doctor. A cough is a natural effort by your body to clear your airways. The best way to treat any cough is to treat the cause. For example, if you have pneumonia, antibiotics will help, and if your cough is part of an allergy, you could treat the allergy or avoid the trigger.