Oct 6, 2024 · Treatments include quitting smoking and using bronchodilators, steroids, pulmonary rehabilitation, and oxygen therapy. For severe cases, surgery and lung transplants may be an …

Nov 8, 2024 · COPD Basics Learn who is at risk for COPD, what symptoms to watch for, and how the disease affects the lungs. COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a condition …

Oct 25, 2023 · Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency increases an individual’s risk for COPD. The deficiency is an inherited genetic condition with no cure. The resulting COPD would be treated …

COPD National Action Plan Goals Empower people with COPD, their families, and caregivers to recognize and reduce the burden of COPD. Improve the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and …

COPD is a group of lung diseases including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, or both — that block airflow in the lungs. This makes The most common cause of COPD is smoking. Other …

Oct 4, 2024 · Symptoms of COPD include shortness of breath, cough, wheezing, chest tightness, and fatigue. These can get worse over time. Sudden flare-ups of symptoms are called …

A Quick Guide On COPD Overview This guide provides an overview of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), its symptoms, how it affects breathing, and how it's diagnosed …

Dec 12, 2024 · COPD is common among older adults and is becoming increasingly so. How can pulmonologists integrate age-friendly care into their work with COPD patients? Having an …

Oct 8, 2024 · The COPD Assessment in Primary Care to Identify Undiagnosed Respiratory Disease & Exacerbation Risk (CAPTURE) Study validates a simple tool for COPD screening in …

Oct 6, 2024 · COPD cannot be cured, but it can be managed for better quality of life. Develop a self-management program with your healthcare provider. Avoid triggers that cause flare-ups …