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  1. COPD - What Is COPD? | NHLBI, NIH

    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 …

  2. COPD - Causes and Risk Factors | NHLBI, NIH

    Oct 4, 2024 · Causes and Risk Factors of COPD Learn about NHLBI research to help understand why some people get COPD or get more severe COPD than others.

  3. A Quick Guide On COPD - NHLBI, NIH

    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 …

  4. COPD - Symptoms | NHLBI, NIH

    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 …

  5. Take Action on COPD: Protect Your Lungs for Life Fact Sheet

    Take Action on COPD: Protect Your Lungs for Life Fact Sheet Overview Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious condition, but you can take steps to prevent it or …

  6. Guía rápida sobre la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica

    LA ENFERMEDAD PULMONAR OBSTRUCTIVA CRÓNICA La EPOC, o enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica, es una enfermedad pulmonar grave que con el tiempo dificulta la respiración.

  7. A PATH TO BREATHING BETTER People diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) know that it is a serious and debilitating condition requiring ongoing medical attention. …

  8. COPD - Treatment | NHLBI, NIH

    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 …

  9. COPD: A National Health Issue Fact Sheet - NHLBI, NIH

    COPD: A National Health Issue Fact Sheet Overview Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of death and disability and in the United States. Learn more about …

  10. COPD - Diagnosis | NHLBI, NIH

    Oct 4, 2024 · How Does A COPD Diagnosis Affect Your Loved Ones? Learn what a COPD diagnosis means for your family, why it’s important for caregivers to take care of themselves, …