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COPD Key facts

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COPD Key facts

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide, causing 3.23 million deaths in 2019.
Nearly 90% of COPD deaths in those under 70 years of age occur in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC).
COPD causes persistent and progressive respiratory symptoms, including difficulty in breathing, cough and phlegm production.
COPD results from long-term exposure to harmful gases and particles combined with individual factors, including events which influence lung growth in childhood and genetics.
Environmental exposure to tobacco smoke, indoor air pollution and occupational dusts, fumes and chemicals are important risk factors for COPD.
Early diagnosis and treatment, including smoking cessation support, is needed to slow the progression of symptoms and reduce flare-ups.

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common, preventable and treatable chronic lung disease which affects men and women worldwide.

Abnormalities in the small airways of the lungs lead to limitation of airflow in and out of the lungs. Several processes cause the airways to become narrow. There may be destruction of parts of the lung, mucus blocking the airways, and inflammation and swelling of the airway lining.

COPD is sometimes called emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Emphysema usually refers to destruction of the tiny air sacs at the end of the airways in the lungs. Chronic bronchitis refers to a chronic cough with the production of phlegm resulting from inflammation in the airways.

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Causes

tobacco exposure, occupational exposure to dusts, fumes or chemicals indoor air pollution,early life events, asthma in childhood, a rare genetic condition

Symptoms

Common symptoms of COPD develop from mid-life onwards, including: breathlessness or difficulty breathing chronic cough, often with phlegm tiredness.

Improve Health

stop smoking: people with COPD should be offered support to quit smoking; take regular exercise; and get vaccinated against pneumonia, influenza and coronavirus.

Medication

Inhaled medication can be used to improve symptoms and reduce flare-ups. People may be given an antibiotic or steroid tablets in addition to inhaled or nebulised treatment.

4 Stages of COPD

We Will Help You Every Stage Of The Way

There is no cure for COPD, but early diagnosis and treatment are important to slow the progression of symptoms and reduce the risk of flare-ups.

COPD should be suspected if a person has typical symptoms, and the diagnosis confirmed by a breathing test called spirometry, which measures how the lungs are working. In low- and middle-income countries, spirometry is often not available and so the diagnosis may be missed.

1st

Stage of COPD

MILD COPD

2nd

Stage of COPD

MODERATE COPD

3th

Stage of COPD

SEVERE 

4th

Stage of COPD

VERY BAD COPD

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There is no cure for COPD, but early diagnosis and treatment are important to slow the progression of symptoms and reduce the risk of flare-ups. COPD should be suspected if a person has typical symptoms, and the diagnosis confirmed by a breathing test called spirometry, which measures how the lungs are working. In low- and middle-income countries, spirometry is often not available and so the diagnosis may be missed.
COPD and asthma share common symptoms (cough, wheeze and difficulty breathing) and people may have both conditions. As COPD progresses, people find it more difficult to carry out their normal daily activities, often due to breathlessness.
During flare-ups, people with COPD find their symptoms become much worse and they may need to receive extra treatment at home or be admitted to hospital for emergency care. Severe flare-ups can be life threatening. People with COPD often have other medical conditions such as heart disease, osteoporosis, musculoskeletal disorders, lung cancer, depression and anxiety.

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