Asthma/ COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS)...When this happens it is generally diagnosed as Asthma/ COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS). Here is all you need to know about this asthma subgroup.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Risk factors for developing COPD if you have asthma?...Others may lump it under the term Asthma/ COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS).... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let’s Talk Biologics for COPD...There are some people with COPD who also have asthma. This is evidenced by a type of COPD called asthma/COPD overlap syndrome.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
When Does Asthma Become COPD?...When this happens, a diagnosis of COPD can be made. It may result in a diagnosis of Asthma/ COPD Overlap Syndrome.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Can Doctors Tell If It Is Asthma, COPD, or Both?...Some people have asthma. Some people have COPD. And some people have both in what is now called Asthma/COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS).... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
The COPD Stigma...When I tell people I have asthma/COPD overlap, I am always then asked if I am a smoker.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
What is Asthma?...Some people with both conditions may be diagnosed with Asthma/ COPD Overlap. So, there are definitely some similarities between COPD and asthma.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is Bronchiectasis?...Researchers know about Asthma/ COPD Overlap Syndrome. Interesting, this “overlap” may also include COPD and bronchiectasis.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What Does COPD Feel Like?...I was given the asthma/COPD overlap diagnosis when I was 25 years old.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
Find Your COPD Buddies...When I was first diagnosed with COPD (I have asthma/COPD overlap) in my mid 20s I was devastated and confused.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Not Only My Lungs Part II...So these are the top five comorbidities that I have, having COPD. As you can see, most of them overlap or are related to each other.... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
ACOS Asthma with COPD Overlap...A couple of years ago, my allergy/asthma specialist said I have COPD. A year or so later, he said nope, only asthma....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesDiagnosisTreatment
New to COPD...Hi I used to have uncontrollable asthma since having covid in 2021. I have now been told I have COPD overlap....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Do I have COPD?...But, there is a fine line between asthma and COPD, especially when you’ve had asthma-like you have for so long.... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Similarities Between Asthma and COPD...Doctors have access to both asthma and COPD guidelines. These guidelines can help them decide how best to manage individual asthma and COPD patients.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Maintaining COPD Control During the Winter Months...I have asthma and have often experienced that. It's no different for people who have COPD. But it can be scary! So, what can you do?... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Inhalers and Their Proper Use...There were no significant differences in improved medication use between COPD and asthma patients.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
COPD Overload...COPD. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Emphysema. Chronic Bronchitis. There are days I feel I am suffering from an overload of my disease.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments48 comments
How Do You Feel About the Word “COPDer”?...I explained that we refer to people with asthma as asthmatics. So, what should we refer to a person with COPD as? He said, “What is COPD?”... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments42 comments
Three Major Drugmakers Cap Inhaler Costs...The report showed the inequalities in treatment for asthma and COPD.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
