does copd make you cough
There are many other possible underlying causes of coughing up blood, many of them quite serious. Because of the wide range of health issues that can cause this symptom, it is important to see a doctor when it occurs. These potential causes include: 1  trauma to the chest. 2  chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)âchronic bronchitis or emphysema. 3  foreign body/particles (such as a piece of food) caught in the lung.