This Wednesday, November 15th, we celebrate World COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Day.For this reason, a Information sheet at the entrance to the outpatient department of El Bierzo Hospital from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.which will provide information about COPD and its prevention, with information brochures and questionnaires available to those interested.
They can also perform Spirometry is used for early detection, This is a painless study of the volume and rate of airflow in the lungs. This procedure is often used to evaluate lung function in patients with obstructive or restrictive lung diseases, such as asthma or cystic fibrosis.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease that reduces airflow and causes breathing problems. It is sometimes called “emphysema” or “chronic bronchitis.” For people with COPD, mucus can damage or block the lungs. Symptoms may include cough (sometimes with phlegm), difficulty breathing, wheezing, and fatigue.
The most common reasons are Smoking and air pollution. People with COPD are at higher risk for other health problems.
There is no cure for COPD, but it can be improved by not smoking or being exposed to polluted air, getting vaccinated to avoid infections, and taking medications, oxygen, and pulmonary rehabilitation.
