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Information and resources for seniors living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Symptoms like shortness of breath, wheezing and chronic cough can be treated, but COPD cannot be cured.
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Treatments for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Current treatments for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) cannot repair the damage to the lungs. However, they can slow further damage and improve COPD symptoms.
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Also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Learn the signs, symptoms and treatments for COPD.
3 CommentsWhat You Don't Know Can Hurt You When it Comes to COPD
A new survey shows that COPD sufferers need more information to effectively manage their condition. Experts weigh in on what caregivers and patients need to know.
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COPD Questions
Is this the right approach?
3 Answerscasole Replied Nov 14, 2024Looking for support and ideas.
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4 AnswersAnxietynacy Replied Sep 20, 2024Need some advice. My father has become overwhelmed with my mother's care.
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I was my mother's old age plan.
7 CommentsClairesmum Commented Nov 2022It can get better.
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