Imaging Tests...During testing for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), “spirometry” tests are always used to measure a person’s ability to breathe. Spirometry measurements...
Lung Function Blood Tests...If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), at some point your doctor will typically use tests to diagnose or understand disease...
Lung Function Breathing Tests...Breathing tests play a key role in finding out if a person has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These tests can also...
Diagnosing COPD...A chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) diagnosis is the first step in managing the disease and preventing further lung damage. A COPD...
Severe Symptoms of COPD...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) sometimes have severe symptoms. These symptoms are “severe” because they can be a sign of...
Morning Headaches...Morning headaches are a symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for many people living with the condition. These can happen for...
Fever...Fevers are a natural response that can help the body fight off infections. For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), fever...
Blueness of the Lips or Fingernail Beds...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) can have blueness of the lips or fingernail beds. This occurs due to a lack...
Weight Loss...Many people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have trouble with losing too much weight. It is very important for people with...
Lower Muscle Endurance...It is very common for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to have symptoms that affect their muscles. These symptoms usually...
Fatigue...Everyone feels tired from time to time throughout the day. However, for some people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), tiredness can...
Swelling...People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may have swelling in their ankles, legs, and feet. This kind of swelling is not...
Chest Tightness...Chest tightness is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The sensation of a tight chest may feel different for...
Wheezing...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the most common causes of wheezing in adults. Wheezing is a term used to...
Shortness of Breath...Shortness of breath is a common symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Two conditions make up COPD: chronic bronchitis and emphysema...
Persistent Cough...Coughing is a normal reaction our bodies use to clear irritants or mucus from the lungs. But sometimes coughing can be a...
COPD Symptoms...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may cause different symptoms for different people. A person’s symptoms will also likely change as the disease...
COPD Myths and Misconceptions...There are many myths about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and how it affects the lives of people who live with it...
Directions for Future Research...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects the lives of many millions of people around the world. Researcher and scientists have made huge...
Sleeping Problems Linked to COPD...Getting a good night’s sleep is an important part of our overall health. However, people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can...