ERS Guidelines on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Cough in Adults and Children

European Respiratory Journal

Morice, A. H., Millqvist, E., et al. (2020).

European Respiratory Journal, 55(1), 1901136.

<div>This guideline provides recommendations for healthcare professionals in the management of individuals with chronic cough.&nbsp;</div>

European Respiratory Society

ERS Executive Committee





<div>In adults with chronic cough, a trial of cough control therapy is suggested (Strength of Recommendation: Conditional; Level of Evidence: Moderate). Multicomponent speech-language interventions with an experienced therapist may be considered to improve health-related quality of life and reduce cough frequency for individuals with refractory chronic cough.&nbsp;</div>