Winter cough could be early warning sign of ‘permanent’ condition

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Individuals experiencing particular varieties of persistent coughs are being advised to consult their doctor, as an estimated 600,000 people across the UK are thought to be living with undiagnosed COPD . COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and develops when the lungs become inflamed and harmed, constricting the airways and making breathing more difficult. ‌

Unlike common colds or asthma, this airway narrowing remains permanent, with even existing COPD treatments only capable of opening airways to a limited degree. Around 1.7 million people throughout the UK live with this progressive illness. ‌

A persistent cough ranks among the most frequent and obvious signs of the condition, though it's particularly a cough that endures for extend