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Learn about COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)

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If you have COPD, you know how scary it can be to feel short of breath. Whether you just found out that you have COPD or you've been living with it for a while, you will find helpful information here. Our topics will teach you about the disease and give you some tips on breathing easier.

Get the information you need in topics such as:

COPD.
COPD: Learning to Breathe Easier.
Quitting Smoking.
Oxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home.
COPD: Avoiding Your Triggers.
Breathing Problems: Using a Metered-Dose Inhaler.

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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing
Automated Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Bullectomy for COPD
Cal's Story: Learning to Exercise When You Have COPD
Chronic Illness: Help for Caregivers
Conserving Energy When You Have COPD or Other Chronic Conditions
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
COPD Action Plan
COPD and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency
COPD and Sex
COPD Flare-Ups
COPD: Handling a Flare-Up
COPD: Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
COPD's Effect on the Lungs
Forced Expiratory Volume and Forced Vital Capacity
Fran's Story: Finding Support When You Have COPD
Living With More Than One Health Problem
Lung Cancer and Other Lung Problems From Smoking
Lung Function in COPD
Nebulizer for COPD Treatment
Ned's Story: Quitting Smoking
Oxygen Therapy
Oxygen Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Productive Coughs
Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Sarah's Story: Dealing With the Emotions From COPD
Tips for Reducing Indoor Pollutants in Your Home
Travelling With Oxygen

Chest X-Ray
Home Lung Function Test
Lung Function Tests

Breathing Problems: Using a Dry Powder Inhaler
Breathing Problems: Using a Metered-Dose Inhaler
COPD: Avoiding Weight Loss
COPD: Avoiding Your Triggers
COPD: Clearing Your Lungs
COPD: Keeping Your Diet Healthy
COPD: Learning to Breathe Easier
COPD: Using Exercise to Feel Better
Oxygen Therapy: Using Oxygen at Home

Current as of: October 6, 2021

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine

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