Lungs that are affected by COPD

COPD Symptoms and Causes

Shortness of breath and chronic cough are two common signs of COPD. Learn more about symptoms to discuss with your doctor and when to seek emergency care.
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What COPD Feels Like
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What Shortness of Breath Says About Your Life Expectancy With COPD
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Explore Gender Differences in COPD
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COPD Symptoms: Calling Your Doctor vs. 911
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How Poor Air Quality and Pollution Cause Lung Disease
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Ask Yourself These Questions to Determine Your COPD Risk
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COPD Can Affect Nonsmokers
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COPD Triggers That May Worsen Your Symptoms
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Marijuana Smoking and Lung Disease
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Can Chronic Stress Make Your COPD Worse?
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Are My Symptoms From COPD, Heart Failure, or Both?
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4 Common Causes of COPD That You Can Prevent
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The Health Risks of Vaping