One of the symptoms of COPD is a persistent wet cough. Some coughing is part of the condition and is necessary to help keep passageways clear but there may be other factors that are contributing to your cough. 

Topics: COPD, COPD Exacerbations, Lung Health

The days are getting a little bit longer and the weather is getting a little bit milder. Color is starting to appear on the ground and leaves are starting to sprout on the trees. Despite the fact that it's still cold in some parts of the country, there's no doubt that spring has sprung for 2018. Spring can be a beautiful time of year but for COPD patients, increased pollen and other allergens in the air means increased risk of exacerbation. A study conducted at prestigious, Johns Hopkins showed that those with COPD or other chronic respiratory conditions were at risk for exacerbation following a histamine, or allergy attack.

Topics: COPD, COPD Exacerbations, Lung Health

 

 

Topics: COPD Treatment

 

 

Topics: COPD, COPD Treatment, bone loss

 

 

Topics: traveling with oxygen, traveling with a portable oxygen concentrator, portable oxygen

 

 

Topics: COPD, COPD Treatment, Mobility

 

 

Topics: COPD, clinical trials

 

Topics: COPD