Is it COPD?

Are you concerned about a loved one because they don’t have the energy they used to have or seem short of breath?

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COPD

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Simple physical changes that increase or do not resolve could mean a change in your loved one's medical condition. During their next primary care provider visit, share subtle, ongoing changes. Most of the time, a person will tell their healthcare provider “I’m fine.” The changes occurring slowly over time are now normal for them and not apparent that those changes indicate a potential problem.

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What is COPD?

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a common chronic inflammatory lung disease and refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing difficulty.   Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the most common conditions within COPD.  

Although COPD is not curable, it is treatable.  Early detection and treatment of COPD can change the course and progression of the disease.

Early detection

Common symptoms at the onset of COPD may include:

How to reduce COPD onset risk (or worsening)

What can you do for your loved one?

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