Understanding Chronic Cough: Insights from a Personal Journey.
Chronic cough is a condition where the reflex to cough becomes disordered, leading to a persistent cough that can impact a person's quality of life. Approximately 5% of adults in the US live with chronic cough, and it is commonly associated with other health conditions such as asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and upper airway cough syndrome. CoughTracker, an app powered by Hyfe with funding and support by Merck, can help track and record the number of times a person coughs, which may help them have a productive conversation with their healthcare provider.