Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

 Definition:

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a multifactorial entity with a wide range of clinical manifestations and leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally. It is characterized by progressive, partially reversible airflow obstruction and lungs hyperinflation with significant extra pulmonary manifestations and comorbid conditions. It is a group of progressive lungs disease. It is a preventable and treatable respiratory disorder largely caused by smoking, and long-term exposure to irritating gases and particulate matter. COPD often occurs in people exposed to fumes from burning fuel during cooking and heated in poorly ventilated homes.

Symptoms:

Symptoms include breathing difficulty (Dyspnoea on exertion), cough, more mucus production (sputum), and wheezing.