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1-800-LUNG-USA

COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is an umbrella term for lung diseases such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It is the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States.

The most common cause of COPD is long-term smoking. Unfortunately, many current and former smokers do not notice or acknowledge their symptoms for years. They may notice that they get short of breath after climbing a flight of stairs, but they write it off to aging and take the elevator. By the time they see a physician, their lungs have already suffered irreversible damage. That's why detecting COPD early is vital.

Do you have questions about lung health? Speak to a registered nurse or respiratory therapist. Call 1-800-LUNG-USA.