Emphysema

As there is currently no known cure for the disease, it’s important to be mindful of the risk factors in order to do what you can to prevent it from developing.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to two types of lung conditions that affect a person’s ability to breathe—emphysema and bronchitis. In many cases, WebMD says people with COPD tend to suffer from both, which “reduce the amount of oxygen exchange in the lungs and thicken the lining of the airways.” This can lead to […]

You might not hear about it every day, but chronic obstructive pulmonary disease—better known as COPD—affects roughly 12 million Americans. To put it into context, that almost one in 25 people in the United States. COPD patients often struggle with emphysema and bronchitis and other symptoms. Together, these conditions can make it extremely difficult to […]

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (or COPD) understand how difficulty breathing can interfere with everyday life. And while a healthy diet won’t cure your COPD, it can make life easier, strengthen your immunity, and help your body ward off chest infections and frequent hospital visits.