COPD, Bio, Biology

 COPD

COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) commonly referred to as a group of progressive lung diseases. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term lung condition that makes it hard for patients to breathe.

COPD makes harder to breathe. At first symptoms may be mild , beginning with intermittent coughing and shortness of breath. As it progresses, symptoms can become more constant to where it can become increasingly difficult to breathe.

Patients may experience wheezing and tightness in the chest or have excess sputum production. Some people with COPD have acute exacerbations, which are flare-ups of severe symptoms. 

Emergency treatment

Immediate medical care is needed if:

• Patients have bluish or gray fingernails or lips, as this indicates low oxygen levels in your blood
• Patients have trouble catching your breath or can’t talk
• Patients feel confused, muddled, or faint
• Patient's heart is racing