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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

How common it is:

Very common

Body locations

Chest

Symptoms

Rapid breathing
Shortness of breath, better with rest
Cough, white or pink sputum
Cough, yellow or green sputum
Shortness of breath, better sitting upright
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Risk factors

Personal

Exposure to toxic chemicals
Family history
Long plane ride
Prolonged bed rest

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