Can it be COPD

[janingramsmith]

I have suffered from a chronic cough for over ten years.  I have been diagnosed with GERD, frequent Sinus Infections
( In spite of a FESS surgery 1 year ago)  I use a nasal inhaler and also take 40 mg Nexium daily.  I have terrible
post nasal drip.  Wake up at night with a choking cough and then vomit copious amounts of phlem or sometimes
my evening dinner.  Two years ago a EGD and found I have stricture of my esophagus.  I am at my wits end.
Any suggestions .

[janingramsmith]

Thanks,  yes the doctors listened to my lungs.  I plan to see a new Ear, Nose and
Throat doctor to see what can be done and yes I do suffer seasonal allergies.  Also
Hypothyroid.  

[ChristineMP]

Has your doctor listened to your lungs? COPD is pretty easy to hear, especially if it isn't being treated.

I'm thinking it is more likely allergies and problems related to your GERD. It is quite common to have throat irritation and coughing in the morning because of reflux (in fact, it is a known symptom of reflux).

Do you have difficulty breathing? Shortness of breath? Phlegm or coughing other than upon waking or while eating?