<prompt> If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patients description.Doctor, I have a sore throat and a cough that has been bothering me for a while now. What could be causing this?  <response>: Based on your symptoms, its possible that you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD. This is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe and can cause coughing and sore throat, among other symptoms. Note: This conversation is just for illustration purposes. If you feel you have any of these symptoms, please consult a doctor or visit a medical facility. 