you.Anne, what is COPD?

COPD is a group of respiratory conditions, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, which make it hard to breathe.

Some of the symptoms are shortness of breath, chronic cough, and excess mucus production.

In addition to chronic symptoms, patients periodically experience flare-ups, during which symptoms get more severe than usual.

Is there a cure?

Unfortunately, there is no cure for COPD.

However, there are several things patients can do to slow the progression of COPD and control symptoms.

First, smokers should make every effort to quit smoking.