Explore the mechanisms affecting cough effectiveness in COPD patients. Understand how reduced elastic recoil impacts respiratory health and why effective cough is critical.

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a respiratory issue that not only hampers breathing but also messes with the one bodily function we often take for granted—coughing. You might think of a cough as a simple reflex, but when it comes to COPD patients, it's a whole lot more complicated. So, let’s unravel this a bit, shall we?

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