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Symptoms include trouble breathing, a daily cough that brings up mucus and a tight, whistling sound in the lungs called wheezing. COPD is most often caused by long-term exposure to irritating smoke, fumes, dust or chemicals. The most common cause is cigarette smoke. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common types of COPD.
Symptoms of COPD include: Cough with mucus that you’ve had for a long time (for three months or longer at a time for at least two years). Difficulty taking a deep breath.
Early detection is key to potentially preventing COPD progression while reducing symptoms and improving your quality of life. What Should I Do if I Am at Risk for COPD? The earlier you are diagnosed with COPD; the sooner treatment can begin.
Shortness of breath, a prolonged cough, and colored mucus are some of the symptoms of COPD that could either be emphysema, chronic bronchitis, or chronic obstructive...
COPD progresses slowly but often begins to show symptoms in older adults in the winter months. One of the most common early signs of COPD in seniors is shortness of breath during everyday activities like dressing or showering.
Symptoms include cough, sometimes with phlegm, difficulty breathing, wheezing and tiredness. Smoking and air pollution are the most common causes of COPD. People with COPD are at higher risk of other health problems.
If you are a senior living with COPD, ArchWell Health providers can help you navigate the questions that come with your diagnosis.