Relaxation Techniques for COPD
General relaxation techniques For maximum benefit, the technique should be performed twice a day for 15-20 minutes per session. Even 5 minutes twice a day would be beneficial. It should not …
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What are the common causes of COPD?
In the United States of America 70% of COPD is due to smoking, 30% is due to previous lung infections or recurring asthma attacks that damage the lung tissue or …
Read MoreDetermining Life Expectancy for COPD
COPD is one of the most common (top 3 killer in the US) and yet the most least understood conditions today. COPD covers two major respiratory diseases namely emphysema and …
Read MoreGOLD Treatment Guidelines for COPD
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is the disease of lungs. It obstructs the breathing of the affected person. COPD symptoms start with breathing problems. Symptoms include cough, wheezing and chest tightness. Smoking is …
Read MoreMild, Moderate and Severe COPD
There are three COPD stages. The three stages of COPD are mild, moderate, and severe. Your doctor may utilize a breathing test called spirometry to determine if you have COPD …
Read MoreWhat is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is a common lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. COPD is caused by damage to the lungs over the course of many …
Read MoreThe Four Stages of COPD
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a serious lung disease that is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. The severity of COPD is measured in …
Read MoreSymptoms of a Dry Cough
A dry cough feels like an irritating sensation in the throat. Many people refer to it as a tickling or scratching type of feeling. Others feel like they are choking …
Read MoreOxygen Therapy for COPD
COPD makes it difficult to get oxygen into the bloodstream and get carbon dioxide out of the bloodstream. To help patients get oxygen they need, doctors oftentimes put patients with …
Read MoreTop 10 Shocking Facts About Cigarette Smoking
Statistically, every cigarette you smoke takes off 11 minutes of your life. There are 1.1 billion smokers in the world today. 70% of Chinese men smoke. If both parents smoke, …
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