COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

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  Breathing problems: Using a dry powder inhaler
  Breathing problems: Using a metered-dose inhaler
  COPD: Avoiding weight loss
  COPD: Avoiding your triggers
  COPD: Clearing your lungs
  COPD: Keeping your diet healthy
  COPD: Learning to breathe easier
  COPD: Using exercise to feel better
  Oxygen therapy: Using oxygen at home

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Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS
Cynthia Tank
Last Updated: May 8, 2008
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Ken Y. Yoneda, MD - Pulmonology

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Topic Contents
 Overview
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 FAQs
 Cause
 Symptoms
 What Increases Your Risk
 When to Call a Doctor
 Exams and Tests
 Treatment Overview
 Prevention
 Ongoing Concerns
 Living With COPD
 Medications
 Surgery
 Other Treatment
 Other Places To Get Help
 Related Information
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