What is COPD?

COPD is a group of chronic, long-term conditions that cause the airways to become blocked. When that happens, it causes breathing problems like coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, trouble taking a deep breath, and excess mucus or phlegm.

Making a few changes to your daily routines can help you breathe easier with this chronic respiratory condition.

Both conditions have similar symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath.

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