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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the most common lung diseases. It makes it difficult to breathe. There are two main forms of COPD: Chronic bronchitis, defined by a long-term cough with mucus; Emph... |
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Basic Info
Symptoms
Cough with mucus; Shortness of breath (dyspnea) that gets worse with mild activity; Fatigue; Frequent respiratory...
Causes
Smoking is the leading cause of COPD. The more a person smokes, the more likely that person will develop COPD although...
Tests
The best test for COPD is a simple lung function test called spirometry. This involves blowing out as hard as one can...
Treatments
There is no cure for COPD. However, there are many things you can do to relieve symptoms and keep the disease from...
Drugs
Medications frequently prescribed for COPD patients include: Bronchodilators . These agents open narrowed airways and...
Alternative Therapies
People often can help ease the stress of illness by joining a support group in which members share common experiences...
Complications
Irregular heart beats (arrhythmias; Need for breathing machine and oxygen therapy; Right-sided heart failure or cor...
Prevention
Not smoking prevents most COPD. Ask your doctor or healthcare provider about quit-smoking programs. Medicines are also...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have a rapid increase in shortness of...
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