Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Authors: Unni BG

DOI: 10.23880/vij-16000122

Volume 1, Issue 4

Abstract

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is thought to be the result of environmental triggers in genetically susceptible individuals. COPD is characterized by coughing, shortness of breath, sputum production, rapid breathing, wheezing, and weight loss due to the energy required for labored breathing.

Keywords: COPD; Inflammation

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