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What is COPD?See All
 Anatomy of the Respiratory System in What is COPD?
A detailed look at the respiratory system and how it works....more
 Chronic Bronchitis in What is COPD?
Chronic bronchitis is long-term inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi). It is common among smokers. People with chronic bronchitis tend to get lung infections more easily. They also have episodes of acute bronchitis, when symptoms are worse. ...more
 Pulmonary Emphysema in What is COPD?
Emphysema is a chronic lung condition in which the air sacs (alveoli) may be destroyed, narrowed, collapsed, stretched, or overinflated. Pulmonary emphysema is part of a group of lung diseases called COPD. Here's what you need to know. ...more
 Anatomy of the Respiratory System in What is COPD?
A detailed look at the respiratory system and how it works....more
 Chronic Bronchitis in What is COPD?
Chronic bronchitis is long-term inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi). It is common among smokers. People with chronic bronchitis tend to get lung infections more easily. They also have episodes of acute bronchitis, when symptoms are worse. ...more
 Pulmonary Emphysema in What is COPD?
Emphysema is a chronic lung condition in which the air sacs (alveoli) may be destroyed, narrowed, collapsed, stretched, or overinflated. Pulmonary emphysema is part of a group of lung diseases called COPD. Here's what you need to know. ...more
Pulmonary Tests & ProceduresSee All
 Pulse Oximetry in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Pulse oximetry is a test used to measure the oxygen level (oxygen saturation) of the blood. It is an easy, painless measure of how well oxygen is being sent to parts of your body furthest from your heart, such as the arms and legs. ...more
 Peak Flow Measurement in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Detailed information about peak flow measurement, a quick test to measure air flowing out of the lungs. ...more
 Bronchodilator Reversibility Testing in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
This test is used to find out how well your lungs are working. Read on to learn what to expect. ...more
 Chest X-Ray in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A chest X-ray is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at the structures and organs in your chest. It can help your healthcare provider see how well your lungs and heart are working. Certain heart problems can cause changes in your lungs. Certain diseases can cause changes in the structure of the heart or lungs. ...more
 Lung Scan in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A lung scan is an imaging test to look at your lungs and help diagnose certain lung problems. A lung scan may also be used to see how well treatment is working. ...more
 Lobectomy in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A lobectomy is a surgery to remove 1 of the lobes of the lungs. Learn more about the procedure, such as why you might need one, what the risks are, and what to expect. ...more
 CT Scan of the Chest in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a type of imaging test. It uses X-rays and a computer to make images or slices of the body. A CT scan can make detailed pictures of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays. ...more
 BiPap in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Some medical problems can make it hard for you to breathe. In these cases, you might benefit from bilevel positive airway pressure. It is commonly known as BiPap or BPap. It is a type of ventilator - a device that helps with breathing. ...more
 Pulse Oximetry in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Pulse oximetry is a test used to measure the oxygen level (oxygen saturation) of the blood. It is an easy, painless measure of how well oxygen is being sent to parts of your body furthest from your heart, such as the arms and legs. ...more
 Peak Flow Measurement in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Detailed information about peak flow measurement, a quick test to measure air flowing out of the lungs. ...more
 Bronchodilator Reversibility Testing in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
This test is used to find out how well your lungs are working. Read on to learn what to expect. ...more
 Chest X-Ray in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A chest X-ray is an imaging test that uses X-rays to look at the structures and organs in your chest. It can help your healthcare provider see how well your lungs and heart are working. Certain heart problems can cause changes in your lungs. Certain diseases can cause changes in the structure of the heart or lungs. ...more
 Lung Scan in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A lung scan is an imaging test to look at your lungs and help diagnose certain lung problems. A lung scan may also be used to see how well treatment is working. ...more
 Lobectomy in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A lobectomy is a surgery to remove 1 of the lobes of the lungs. Learn more about the procedure, such as why you might need one, what the risks are, and what to expect. ...more
 CT Scan of the Chest in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
A computed tomography (CT) scan is a type of imaging test. It uses X-rays and a computer to make images or slices of the body. A CT scan can make detailed pictures of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays. ...more
 BiPap in Pulmonary Tests & Procedures
Some medical problems can make it hard for you to breathe. In these cases, you might benefit from bilevel positive airway pressure. It is commonly known as BiPap or BPap. It is a type of ventilator - a device that helps with breathing. ...more
Managing Your COPDSee All
 Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Care
A pulmonary rehab program can help people with long-term (chronic) lung diseases. Here's what you need to know. ...more
 Community Re-Entry in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Care
One of the main goals of rehabilitation is to prepare the patient for life after discharge....more
 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMandR) Treatment Team in Your Health Care Team
Learn about the different specialists who make up the rehabilitation treatment team....more
 Patient and Family in Your Health Care Team
You as the patient and your family are the most important members of the rehab team....more
 Signs of Respiratory Distress in Managing Symptoms
It's important to learn the symptoms of respiratory distress to know how to respond appropriately. ...more
 Inhalers and Nebulizers for Asthma in Managing Medications and Equipment
Inhalers and nebulizers deliver medicine directly to the lungs. They cause fewer side effects than medicine taken by mouth or injection. ...more
 Managing COPD: Medicines for Long-Term Control in Managing Medications and Equipment
You may need several types of medicine to control your COPD symptoms. You may take some of these medicines using an inhaler. Others you may take by mouth. ...more
 Influenza (Flu) in Immunizations
Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory tract infection that spreads easily. It is caused by a virus. ...more
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 Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Care
A pulmonary rehab program can help people with long-term (chronic) lung diseases. Here's what you need to know. ...more
 Community Re-Entry in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Care
One of the main goals of rehabilitation is to prepare the patient for life after discharge....more
 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMandR) Treatment Team in Your Health Care Team
Learn about the different specialists who make up the rehabilitation treatment team....more
 Patient and Family in Your Health Care Team
You as the patient and your family are the most important members of the rehab team....more
 Signs of Respiratory Distress in Managing Symptoms
It's important to learn the symptoms of respiratory distress to know how to respond appropriately. ...more
 Inhalers and Nebulizers for Asthma in Managing Medications and Equipment
Inhalers and nebulizers deliver medicine directly to the lungs. They cause fewer side effects than medicine taken by mouth or injection. ...more
 Managing COPD: Medicines for Long-Term Control in Managing Medications and Equipment
You may need several types of medicine to control your COPD symptoms. You may take some of these medicines using an inhaler. Others you may take by mouth. ...more
 Influenza (Flu) in Immunizations
Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory tract infection that spreads easily. It is caused by a virus. ...more
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Preventing COPDSee All
 Smoking and Respiratory Diseases in Smoking Cessation
Diseases caused by smoking kill more than 480,000 people in the U.S. each year. Here's a look at the risks linked to smoking, as well as information to help you quit. ...more
 How to Quit Smoking, Again in Smoking Cessation
Follow these suggestions to help you kick the habit, again--this time, for good....more
 What Are the Health Effects of Air Pollution? in Air Pollution
A look at some of the major air pollutants and how they can affect you....more
 Indoor Air Can Cause Health Problems in Air Pollution
Don't think you're safe just because you're inside. The air in homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities. ...more
 Occupational Lung Diseases in Air Pollution, Occupational Exposures
Work-related lung diseases are lung problems that are made worse in certain work environments. They are caused by long-term exposure to certain irritants that are breathed into the lungs. These lung diseases may have lasting effects, even after the exposure ends. Read on for more details. ...more
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 Smoking and Respiratory Diseases in Smoking Cessation
Diseases caused by smoking kill more than 480,000 people in the U.S. each year. Here's a look at the risks linked to smoking, as well as information to help you quit. ...more
 How to Quit Smoking, Again in Smoking Cessation
Follow these suggestions to help you kick the habit, again--this time, for good....more
 What Are the Health Effects of Air Pollution? in Air Pollution
A look at some of the major air pollutants and how they can affect you....more
 Indoor Air Can Cause Health Problems in Air Pollution
Don't think you're safe just because you're inside. The air in homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air in even the largest and most industrialized cities. ...more
 Occupational Lung Diseases in Air Pollution, Occupational Exposures
Work-related lung diseases are lung problems that are made worse in certain work environments. They are caused by long-term exposure to certain irritants that are breathed into the lungs. These lung diseases may have lasting effects, even after the exposure ends. Read on for more details. ...more
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 COPD Quiz
Smoking is the main cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a serious, debilitating and often fatal illness. Take this quiz to find out more about COPD and how to prevent it....more
 Emphysema Quiz
The main symptom of emphysema is shortness of breath, which is caused by permanent damage to the small air sacs and small airways in the lungs....more
 COPD Quiz
Smoking is the main cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a serious, debilitating and often fatal illness. Take this quiz to find out more about COPD and how to prevent it....more
 Emphysema Quiz
The main symptom of emphysema is shortness of breath, which is caused by permanent damage to the small air sacs and small airways in the lungs....more
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 Your Health Checklist: Monitoring with a Peak Flow Meter
Follow this checklist to help you monitor your asthma with a peak flow meter....more
 Understanding Slips and Relapses
Recognize your nicotine triggers and learn how to cope with them to prevent a relapse....more
 Your Health Checklist: Monitoring with a Peak Flow Meter
Follow this checklist to help you monitor your asthma with a peak flow meter....more
 Understanding Slips and Relapses
Recognize your nicotine triggers and learn how to cope with them to prevent a relapse....more
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