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Is cor pulmonale related to COPD?
85% of patients diagnosed with cor pulmonale have COPD
Does tidal volume increase when COPD patients exercise?
NO
Does humidity affect COPD?
yes
Clubbing of fingers in copd patients?
We do see patients with COPD having various grades of clubbing. Most of them (>95%) do not show any evidence of lung cancer or associated ILD on X-ray or HRCT. All of these patients had low SpO2 and low DLCO. Probably chronic hypoxia leads to clubbing in COPD patients. Interestingly I never saw a severe asthma patient with chronic hypoxia developing clubbing.
What kind of patients receive pneumonectomies?
Pneumonectomies are usually performed on patients with lung cancer, as well as patients with such noncancerous diseases as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Does copd cause weight loss?
COPD causes weight loss due to the additional calories needed to breathe. Calorie requirements for breathing are four to seven times higher for patients with COPD (see related link).
Life expectancy of patients with emphysema?
how long can you live on oxygen whenuyou have emphysema and your 82 years old
What treatments for copd?
Some of the treatments for COPD are simply lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking. Often patients are prescribed inhalers and steroids to improve lung function as well.
What are treatments for COPD?
Some of the treatments for COPD are simply lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking. Often patients are prescribed inhalers and steroids to improve lung function as well.
Can copd affect vasculAR IN LEGS?
Yes, COPD can affect vascular health in the legs. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can lead to systemic inflammation and low oxygen levels, which may contribute to vascular dysfunction and increase the risk of peripheral artery disease. This can result in reduced blood flow to the legs, causing symptoms such as pain or cramping during physical activity. Additionally, the overall decreased mobility in COPD patients may further exacerbate vascular issues.
Where could I find information on life expectancy and life quality of sufferers of COPD?
COPD life expectancy may be a topic that many patients don't care to talk about. Actually, there are several key factors associated with COPD life expectancy.
Does COPD make you diarrhea?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) itself does not directly cause diarrhea. However, some medications used to treat COPD, such as certain bronchodilators or corticosteroids, may lead to gastrointestinal side effects, including diarrhea in some patients. Additionally, respiratory illnesses can sometimes affect appetite and digestion, which may indirectly contribute to gastrointestinal symptoms. If someone with COPD experiences persistent diarrhea, they should consult their healthcare provider for evaluation.
