Paralysis: Loss of voluntary movement (motor function). Paralysis that affects only one muscle or limb is partial paralysis, also known as palsy; paralysis of all muscles is total paralysis, as may occur in cases of botulism.
Coughing is generally a symptom of an underlying problem, such as a respiratory or cardiovascular system disease. The act of coughing serves as a protective mechanism for preventing the accumulation of secretions and foreign materials inside of the respiratory tract, but coughing can also serve as an early warning sign for respiratory diseases.
1 Dry cough and Mucus symptoms and Lung symptoms (34 causes) 2  Dry cough and Mucus symptoms and Mouth symptoms (34 causes) 3  Dry cough and Mucus symptoms and Nasal congestion (34 causes)  Dry cough and Mucus symptoms and Nose symptoms (34 causes)