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...For example, a woman could have both COPD and asthma but only be diagnosed with asthma. So why are women developing COPD more often?...

...and longer with COPD....

...Since my COPD was diagnosed, I miss being able to shovel snow. Honestly. Sounds crazy, I know....

...Smoking is the most common, though not the only, cause of COPD....

...Have a question about holidays and COPD?...

...In fact, fatigue is the main non-respiratory symptom associated with COPD. It can have a significant effect on your overall quality of life....

...Or, if they already have a condition like COPD, it might get worse. Taking precautions is the best way to protect yourself from getting sick....

...Breathing in cold air can trigger my asthma, but I can usually deal with it by breathing through a scarf....

...I need to ask myself, is my COPD taking my breath away or could it be asthma? Regardless, the important thing is to remember to breathe....

...Three C's that can help you cope with COPD are connection, communication, and courage....

...This was long before terms like Asthma and COPD even existed. No offense here, but asthma came first....

...The approach to treatment of COPD will vary to some extent, based on what stage of COPD you are currently at....

...Under COPD is emphysema, bronchitis, refractory asthma, and the genetic form which is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency....

...A COPD exacerbation is a sudden worsening of your COPD symptoms....

...According to the guidelines, your doctor must first diagnose you with asthma. This is best done by having you perform a PFT Test....

...This is an issue that I deal with, and it's a fair trade-off for the good asthma control that results from taking them....

...Unlike a broken bone or the common cold, COPD does not get better or go away after a few days, weeks, or months....

...My asthma is often worse than my COPD....