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Introduction to COPD (Chronic
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Daily
Life With COPD
Treatment & Therapy
for COPD
More Information
Books & More
Reference by Appointment
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| Basic Information |
How can COPD be prevented?
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - How to prevent
it before it starts as well as preventing complications
and slowing the progress of COPD.
Key Points of COPD
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - Key facts
of COPD.
What
are the signs and symptoms for COPD?
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - A list
of symptoms including severe symptoms.
COPD: Symptoms
National Jewish Health - Early warning signs, when
to call your health care provider, and things that
make symptoms worse.
How does COPD differ from Asthma?
American
Association for Respiratory Care - A comparison of
COPD and Asthma.
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| Reference |
COPD: definition
Mayo Clinic Staff - Definition
How the Lungs Work: the Respiratory System
National
Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
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A diagram with explanation.
The Normal Lung
National Emphysema
Foundation - A picture of a normal lung and information
on the role they play in your life.
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| Overviews |
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease)
Medline Plus - Extensive overview.
What is COPD?
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - An overview
with a diagram of healthy and damaged Alveoli.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
National Emphysema Foundation - Extensive information
on COPD including diagnostic testing, using your inhaler
correctly, and self management -things to remember.
*Information provided in these databases and websites should not be viewed as a means
for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis,
or treatment.
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