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COPD & Asthma

Obstructive airway diseases like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Asthma affect the airways, making it difficult to breathe. These conditions are chronic and often progressive, but with early diagnosis and proper care, patients can lead full and active lives.

Causes

  • COPD: Long-term exposure to cigarette smoke, air pollution, chemical fumes, or dust.
  • Asthma: Allergens, respiratory infections, environmental triggers, genetics, and stress.

Symptoms

  • Shortness of breath
  • Chronic cough
  • Wheezing or whistling sound while breathing
  • Chest tightness
  • Frequent respiratory infections
  • Fatigue with minimal exertion

Treatments

  • Bronchodilators to relax airway muscles
  • Inhaled corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
  • Combination inhalers for long-term control
  • Nebulization during acute attacks
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation programs
  • Oxygen therapy (in advanced COPD)
  • Allergen avoidance and lifestyle changes

Prevention & Management

  • Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke
  • Regular use of prescribed inhalers
  • Annual flu and pneumonia vaccinations
  • Identify and avoid triggers (pollution, allergens, etc.)
  • Regular check-ups and lung function tests (PFTs)
  • Follow a healthy diet and stay physically active Important Link