Everything you Need to Know about COPD

Read our comprehensive guides and get all the need-to-know information about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder.

Understanding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Introduction to COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and smoking go hand in hand. Eighty percent of COPD cases are caused by smoking. If you are a current smoker or former smoker you may be at risk. Learn more about this disease by finding out what it is, what the symptoms are, and what a diagnosis means for you and your loved ones.

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COPD Basics

Highlights
Get a quick background of the latest information on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder.
Causes
Cigarette smoke accounts for 80% of all COPD cases. Learn how smoking can lead to emphysema or chronic bronchitis.
Risk Factors
Are you at risk for developing COPD? Find out here.
Diagnostic Tests
Find out what tests your doctor may prescribe to diagnose COPD.
Complications
COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., and complications from the disease can put you at risk for other life-threatening conditions.

Managing COPD

Treatment
Get a hold of your COPD! Find out which treatments are successful in managing the disease.
Medications
Read our guide to learn what available COPD medications your doctor may prescribe and which symptoms they treat.
Oxygen-Replacement Therapy
Continuous oxygen therapy is the only treatment for emphysema that has been proven to prolong survival in certain patients.
Lifestyle Changes
Read about the benefits of quitting smoking and additional lifestyle changes that will help manage your COPD.
Surgical Procedures
Learn more about the pluses and minuses of various surgical procedures available for COPD treatment.

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COPD Symptoms

Check a Symptom
What is considered normal? When should you be concerned? These guides will tell you exactly what to look for and when a trip to the doctor is in order.

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