The main symptoms include:
Getting easily breathless (a common term used for breathlessness is dyspnea)  A persistent cough with phlegm Frequent chest infections  Wheezing, especially in cold weather The symptoms might occur all the time, or they may get worse at certain times, such as when you have an infection or breathe in secondhand smoke, polluted air, or fumes.  These are called exacerbations, or flare-ups, of your COPD. It’s also possible to experience other symptoms with COPD, especially when the disease becomes more severe or you have other health issues (comorbidities) too.  Some examples of other symptoms include:
Tiredness and lack of energy  Swollen ankles, legs and feet, which is caused by a build-up of fluid (this is known as edema) Losing weight unintentionally  Experiencing chest pressure or pain Coughing up blood – although this can be a sign of something else, so more tests may be required to rule out other conditions If you have COPD and your symptoms worsen, or you’re unsure if a symptom is linked to COPD, contact your doctor or healthcare provider.