Many people with COPD have which two conditions?

How common COPD?

Nearly 16 million people in the United States, 14 million with chronic bronchitis and two million with emphysema, suffer from COPD

Identify two respiratory disorders?

pneumonia, COPD

What Are Some Of The Stages Of COPD?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a condition that gradually decreases lung function. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema can be classified as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. COPD can be classified as mild, moderate, severe or very severe. Below is an explanation of the different stages of COPD: Stage One Or Mild COPD Coughing and mucus are some of the symptoms that may be present during the first stage of COPD. The COPD usually does not interfere with a person's life during this stage. In fact, many people do not even realize that they have COPD. Mild COPD can usually be treated with a short-acting bronchodilator. Stage Two Or Moderate COPD People who have moderate COPD may begin to experience shortness of breath during physical activity, such as climbing stairs. Mucus production becomes excessive during this stage. People may also notice that they are coughing a lot more than usual. Both short-acting and long-acting bronchodilators are used during this stage. People are also encourage to engage in moderate exercise so that they can maintain their lung function. Stage Three Or Severe COPD Severe COPD will have a negative impact on a person's life. People with severe COPD may not be able to complete normal activities without experiencing shortness of breath. Lung function is significantly reduced during this stage. Two or more bronchodilators are required to treat COPD. Patients will also need to attend pulmonary rehab. Furthermore, patients are at an increased risk for developing complications from the flu or pneumonia. That is why they will need to be vaccinated against both illnesses. Stage Four Or Very Severe COPD This is a very serious stage of COPD. Coughing, mucus production and shortness of breath will become chronic. In fact, a person may not even be able to eat without experiencing those symptoms. Inhaled corticosteroids, bronchodilators and oxygen therapy are recommended as treatment options. Surgery may also be needed to remove the damaged lung tissue.

What are the two main forms of COPD?

COPD, also is known as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and its two main forms is Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis. But it also has another form of Bronchiectasis.

What are two diseases smoking causes in your lungs?

lung cancer or copd

Can people live with disease?

Many people live with diseases. Diabetes and high blood pressure are two of the most common conditions people today live with.

What does the C stand for in COPD?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that makes it harder and harder for you to breathe. COPD includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. The leading cause is cigarette smoke. It is estimated that 24 million people in the U.S. have evidence of impaired lung function, and nearly 13 million have been diagnosed with COPD. This makes COPD an under-diagnosed and under-treated disease. COPD is the 4th leading cause of death, and the 2nd leading cause of disability.

What ways can I make it easier for my father who is on COPD treatment during my two week visit home?

There are several ways one can help someone with COPD. One most important is making sure there is no smoke smell on the person visiting. Even just having it on the clothes can be harmful to someone with COPD.

Symbicort is a combination asthma or COPD medication made up of which two drugs?

Budesonide and formoterol fumarate

What is the medical term meaning fatal lung condition caused by long term inhalation of clay dust?

there are a few possibilities lung cancer chronic bronchitis emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)which is the two above conditions occuring together.

Can you have two jobs?

Yes, many people have two jobs. Not as many people have two occupations though.

Is advair and spiriva the best copd therapy?

It depends on severity. see a pulmonologist (lung doctor) for a prescription. The short answer is Yes. Spiriva is a anticholinergic and works in the large airways. It is important in COPD to address bronchomotor tone. Spiriva does this by blocking the muscarinic receptors. Advair contains two agents in one. In short, Advair addresses the inflamation component of COPD. The two together are considered the "one two punch" in this disease state. The person who gave the first answer is correct. Seeing a pulmonologist is the best bet. Your primary care physician would have no problem prescribing this therapy and should put a COPD patient on the two way before you have to see a pulmonologist if he is on top of current therapy. You should also have a rescue therapy such as albuterol on hand. In the severe stages of COPD oxygen could also be used.