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Learn about the main causes of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affecting the unparalleled Cecilia.

The iconic national artist was announced to have died early Tuesday at the age of 79 Cecilia Pantoja, “Incomparable” After being admitted to a clinic with a medical condition Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What is COPD?
this chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Refers persistent airway narrowing caused chronic obstructive bronchitis, emphysema or both.
In this sense, having chronic obstructive pulmonary disease they can suffer from a combination or two different manifestations of this disease:
- chronic bronchitis: Usually manifested as persistent cough with sputum.
- emphysema: This condition affects the alveoli and lungs over time.
especially The leading cause of COPD is smoking. Sometimes, however, it usually occurs by someone who has been exposed to the substance. Smoke, gas, or smoke from burning wood in a poorly ventilated home any type.
worst symptoms
exist. .between more severe symptoms This may affect patients chronic obstructive pulmonary disease They find each other:
- Respiratory infection, such as pneumonia.
- Heart problems, emergency illnesses, etc.
- lung cancer.
- pulmonary hypertension.
- frustrated.
Tribute to Cecilia La Incomparable
The Chilean Andean folklore group Illapu mentioned unparalleled and leave a comment “ourA heartfelt farewell to the incomparable, much-loved new wave icon and essential voice, Cecilia!!! With your example of joy, talent and courage, You will live forever in the hearts of our people! ! ! “.
For their part, the Chilean rock band the three of them Came to express condolences. “Cecilia, the incomparable icon of Chilean pop music, passed away today He shared it many times with Álvaro Enriquez and Los Tres. Our condolences to your family and friends“the band commented.