ICD-11 definition : Cough is an important natural defensive mechanism and protective reflex for clearing
the upper and lower airways of excessive secretions such as mucus and inhaled particles.
Cough is a common symptom of most respiratory disorders and may be indicative of trivial
to very serious airway or lung pathology.;
ICD-11 synonym : observation of cough; coughing; complaining of cough; finding of cough;
Cough is an important natural defensive mechanism and protective reflex for clearing
the upper and lower airways of excessive secretions such as mucus and inhaled particles.
Cough is a common symptom of most respiratory disorders and may be indicative of trivial
to very serious airway or lung pathology.