Health Tip: Recognizing COPD

(HealthDay News) -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term that includes lung diseases such as persistent bronchitis or emphysema.

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says common warning signs of COPD may include:

  • Having a cough that won't go away.
  • Coughing up a lot of mucus.
  • Feeling short of breath, particularly when you're physically active.
  • Producing a wheezing sound when you breathe.
  • Having a feeling of tightness in the chest.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Know Your Spring Allergens and the Meds That Can Help

    Resolve to Keep Your Allergies, Asthma in Check in 2024

    Winter Is Prime Time for Indoor Allergies

    FDA Approves First Nasal Spray to Curb Anaphylaxis, An Alternative to Injections

    FDA Warns Top National Bakery to Stop Listing Allergens in Products When They Aren't There

    Too Much Fun? Fireworks Displays Quickly Harm Air Quality

    There Are Multiple Child Asthma Triggers in Dirty Air

    Researchers Find New Way to Curb Asthma Attacks

    American Lung Association Blasts Biden for Inaction on Menthol Cigarette Ban

    Polluting Puff: Asthma Inhalers Are Big Contributors to Climate Change

    Most U.S. Parents Plan to Vaccinate Kids Against Flu, RSV: Survey

    'Long Flu' Joins 'Long COVID' as New Diagnosis

    Respiratory Illnesses in China Not Caused by New Virus, CDC Director Testifies

    Expert Advice on Preparing for the Fall COVID, Flu Season

    FDA Proposes Ban on a 'Useless' Decongestant, Phenylephrine