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Shortness of breath is the reason most people seek medical attention for COPD. Other common symptoms include chronic cough, increase and/or change in sputum (also called phlegm) after coughing, and wheezing (a whistling or squeaking noise when breathing). Some people also have tightness in the chest as a symptom of COPD.
