Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) treatments
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Available treatments
Understanding Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) — Your GP's Guide
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term lung condition that causes breathlessness, a persistent cough and frequent chest infections. It is usually caused by smoking and tends to get worse over time without treatment.
COPD Treatment Guide
Managing Your COPD: A Doctor's Perspective on Treatments
What is COPD?
COPD includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Damaged airways and air sacs make it harder to breathe out fully.
When to seek medical advice
See a GP if you have breathlessness on exertion, a daily cough or repeated chest infections, especially if you smoke or are over 35.
Available treatments
Inhalers are the main treatment: short-acting relievers, long-acting bronchodilators (LAMAs, LABAs) and inhaled steroids. Pulmonary rehab, antibiotics for flare-ups and oxygen therapy are used as needed.
What to expect
Treatment cannot reverse damage but relieves symptoms, reduces flare-ups and improves quality of life. Stopping smoking is the single most effective action.
Self-care
Stop smoking, have the annual flu jab and pneumococcal vaccine, do pulmonary rehab, stay active, maintain a healthy weight and keep a rescue pack at home if recommended.