COPD- Emphysema & chronic Bronchitis

What is it? Emphysema: damage to the airs sacs of the lungs Chronic Bronchitis: inflammation in your larger airways that causes swelling and obstruction

How do you get it? Smoking: smoking is the cause of most cases of Chronic Bronchitis or Emphysema. The more you smoke, the more damage you are doing to your lungs Lung irritants: long exposure to some dust and chemical fumes can cause lung damage overtime. Air pollutants in workplace and home Respiratory Infections Family History: if someone in your family has had lung diseases, you have a increased chance of getting one too

Signs & Symptoms Chronic Bronchitis Chronic cough Production of mucus Shortness of breath Tightness in chest Feels winded more frequently Emphysema Chronic or mild cough that may produce spuctum Weight loss Wheezing Swelling of ankles

Treatments Lung transplant- surgery (depending on how severe) Supplementary oxygen- narrow tubing that fits into your nostrils Antibiotics- if caused by infection Inhaler- to make breathe easier and less coughing Lung volume reduction surgery- Parts of diseased lung are removed No treatment can reverse or stop emphysema. But treatment can help to: Relieve symptoms Treat complications Minimize disability

Side Effects of Treatments Lung Transplant- infection, bleeding, bodys immune system attacks new parts of lung Supplementary oxygen- dry tissue of nose Antibiotics- depends on specific medication used Lung volume reduction surgery- infection and bleeding

Prevention Unlike other disease, COPD has few reasons for the development of the disease. Don’t smoke/ stop smoking Avoid inhaling air pollutants at work and home Wear protective masks when around harmful fumes Avoid respiratory infections and properly treat the infections

Is it hereditary? COPD is not hereditary, but if someone in your family has had a lung disease, you are at greater risk.

Facts & other information People with COPD tend to be more vulnerable to frequent colds COPD isn’t curable, but it is treatable It is crucial to catch COPD early to prevent more damage to the lungs. Exercise is an important part of treating COPD COPD can also cause high blood pressure and can increase your risk of heart disease. About 15.7 million Americans have been diagnosed with COPD COPD is the 3rd leading cause of death in the US in 2014 

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