Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Digital inhalers may detect early warning signs of COPD flare-ups

Digital inhalers may help predict impending acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a new study published in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases: Journal of the COPD Foundation.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Why won't my cough go away?

A persistent cough can be embarrassing, especially if people think you have COVID.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Statins and aspirin may impact muscle health in smokers

For current and former smokers, statins may reduce the amount of chest muscle loss, while aspirin may contribute to increased chest muscle loss, according to a new study. The study is published in the January 2025 issue of ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Study finds mental health care gap worsens COPD symptoms

Mental health disorders in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are underdiagnosed and undertreated, leading to worsened symptoms and decreased quality of life, according to a new study. The study is published ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

COPD is the sixth leading cause of death in the US

Chronic lower respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), are the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). ...

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Chronic bronchitis is a chronic inflammation of the bronchi (medium-size airways) in the lungs. It is generally considered one of the two forms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is defined clinically as a persistent cough that produces sputum (phlegm) and mucus, for at least three months per year in two consecutive years.

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