COPD summary

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to lung conditions that cause breathing problems, such as emphysema. It tends to affect older people who smoke.

COPD

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Acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Home oxygen treatment
Paper cut out of lungs with a stick inside them representing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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