Constant coughing? It could be COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the most common non-infectious diseases worldwide. Around 400,000 people in Switzerland suffer from COPD. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease develops insidiously and usually goes unnoticed for a long time. Those affected often ignore the warning signs such as coughing, shortness of breath and sometimes sputum.
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COPD destroys lung tissue, narrows the airways and leads to severe Shortness of breath. Already a few steps form for many COPD-patients is an almost insurmountable obstacle. The sooner COPD is diagnosed, the better the progression of the disease can be slowed down and the quality of life maintained.
Main risk factor: smoking
COPD is not curable. 90 percent of all COPD sufferers smoke or have smoked. Consistent smoking cessation is therefore the most important and first step in the treatment of COPD. In this respect, a smoke-free life is the best protection against the disease, as a Stop smoking significantly reduces the risk of disease.
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