Cough Severity Index (CSI)

My coughing problem causes me to restrict my personal and social life.

I tend to avoid places because of my cough problem.

I feel embarrassed because of my coughing problem.

People ask, “What’s wrong?” Because I cough a lot.

I run out of air when I cough.

My coughing problem affects my voice.

My coughing problem limits my physical activity

My coughing problem upsets me

People ask me if I am sick because I cough a lot.