Newswatch 16's Justin Gick spoke with a pulmonologist about the signs and symptoms of COPD and when to see a doctor.
The sound of cough is a common occurrence at any clinic or hospital. From a fleeting tickle in the throat to the relentless ...
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a condition caused by damage to the lungs that results in breathing difficulties.
Overall, 46% of the respondents correctly identified chronic cough. Of these, allergists/immunologists had the highest accuracy rate (56%), followed by nurse practitioners (55%) and pulmonologists (50 ...
Persistent cough, fatigue, and breathlessness symptoms like these can point to either pneumonia or lung cancer. Experts say knowing the difference and getting an early diagnosis could save lives.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, is a progressive lung condition that affects millions of people in the United ...
COPD emerged as an umbrella term for several respiratory diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, caused by lung damage. Because its effects are irreversible, early diagnosis and ...
PAP is a rare lung condition that can be difficult to diagnose because it may mimic many other more common lung diseases,” ...
Even if you don't smoke, your lungs face daily threats, from cooking fumes to traffic dust. New studies reveal how air ...
When everybody thinks about lung disease, a long cough is the initial symptom that comes to mind. However, respiratory illnesses start subtly, with signs that are readily mistaken for normal tiredness ...
Medication treatment for COPD usually involves inhaled medications, such as beta agonists like albuterol or long-acting forms ...
Medication treatment for COPD usually involves inhaled medications, such as beta agonists like albuterol or long-acting forms ...