Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of syndromes which depict common general symptoms, but differ in several more detailed aspects. It is characterized by airway obstruction, ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is more likely to conjure images of breathlessness rather than weak muscles, but can COPD also cause muscle weakness? Research seems to show a correlation.

One of the most common causes of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is long-term exposure to harmful irritants—such as cigarette smoke, dust, fumes, chemicals, and air pollution. COPD is a ...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is an umbrella term used to describe progressive lung diseases, including refractory (non-reversible) asthma, some forms of bronchiectasis, chronic ...

COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The condition causes lung inflammation that leads to airflow blockage and breathing problems. [1] “COPD encompasses both emphysema and chronic ...

November has arrived, the month when winter sets in, in some parts of the country, and the monsoon in others. With changes in weather, smoggier air and colder conditions, it a good time to be aware of ...