COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is an airway disease caused due to obstruction of airways. Symptoms suggestive of COPD are Breathlessness, cough, sputum production, and exacerbations.
  • Smoking and exposure to harmful smoke and fumes cause COPD
  • Emphysema and Chronic bronchitis are the main components.
  • It is usually seen after 50 years of age.
  • COPD is 2ndmost common cause of death in India. It kills millions of people every year.
  • Treatment with medicines (mainly inhalers) and physiotherapy is very important.
  • With good treatment and adequate physiotherapy, the number of exacerbations (acute attacks) can be reduced and the life of the person can be prolonged.
  • Oxygen may be required for severe cases with heart involvement.

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