Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention
What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. It includes two main conditions: Chronic Bronchitis – Long-term inflammation of the airways, leading to excessive mucus and coughing. Emphysema – Damage to the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs, reducing their elasticity and causing shortness of breath….