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Can Lungs Cause Chronic Pain?
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease - Diseases with Similar Symptoms
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Diseases with Similar Symptoms
Several diseases have similar symptoms and may occur with COPD.
Acute Bronchitis
A virus usually causes acute bronchitis. In most cases it does not require treatment. The cough it produces typically lasts for 7 - 10 days. In about half of patients, however, coughing can last for up to 3 weeks, and 25% of patients continue to cough for more than 1 month. Acute bronchitis may be a warning sign of future problems in some patients.
Asthma
The classic symptoms of an asthma...
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Lung Anatomy 101: Why Does Asthma Cause Chest Pain?
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Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Anticholinergic MedicationsAnticholinergic medications relax the bronchial muscles. They are generally inhaled and act as a bronchodilator over time.... Read more »
Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesCigarette smoke accounts for more than 80% of chronic obstructive lung disease cases in the U.S. It contains irritants that inflame the air... Read more »
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Causes
Currently, the cause of chronic fatigue syndrome (also called myalgic encephalopathy or ME/CFS) remains a mystery. While it frequently occurs... Read more »
Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Introduction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a condition in which there is limited airflow in the lungs. The disease develops and worsens over... Read more »
Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease: Symptoms
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The hallmark symptom of COPD is shortness of breath that gets worse over time. It is often accompanied by a phlegm-producing cough and episodes of... Read more »
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