Chronic Cough or Wheezing2025-07-08T14:18:20+01:00

Chronic Cough or Wheezing

A chronic cough is defined as a cough lasting more than 8 weeks in adults (or more than 4 weeks in children). Wheezing is a high-pitched whistling sound when breathing, usually due to narrowed airways. Both are common respiratory symptoms that may signal underlying health conditions.

Chronic Cough or Wheezing Overview

Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Risk Factors

Causes

  • Airway Diseases: Asthma, COPD, Bronchiectasis, Post-viral airway hyperactivity
  • Infections: Chronic Bronchitis, Pertussis, Tuberculosis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Stomach acid irritating the throat and airways
  • Postnasal Drip: Mucus dripping from the sinuses into the throat
  • Medication Side Effects: Especially ACE inhibitors
  • Environmental Triggers: Dust, smoke, mould, pollution, allergens
  • Lung Disease or Tumours: Less commonly, a chronic cough can signal serious pathology

Symptoms

  • Persistent or dry cough
  • Coughing up mucus or phlegm
  • Wheezing or noisy breathing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest tightness or discomfort
  • Coughing that worsens at night or with exercise
  • Voice changes or throat clearing

Can Chronic Cough or Wheezing be prevented?

Quit Smoking – The most important step to prevent chronic respiratory issues
Manage Allergies & Asthma – Use prescribed inhalers and avoid known triggers
Treat Acid Reflux – Diet modification, weight control, medication if needed 
Avoid Environmental Irritants – Reduce exposure to pollution, mould, chemicals or dust
Stay Hydrated & use a Humidifier– Helps loosen mucus and soothe the airways
Review Medications with your GP– Especially if you’re on ACE inhibitors
Vaccinate against Respiratory Illnesses– Flu, COVID-19 and pneumococcal vaccines

How Chequers can help Diagnose and Treat

Lung Function Test

Inhalation

Inhalation

A faster, effective diagnosis

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