World COPD Day: Managing & Preventing COPD Effectively

On World COPD Day, we discuss key points about COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and how to manage and prevent this challenging condition.

Key Symptoms of COPD:
Persistent cough and difficulty breathing
Progression from exertion to rest
Weight loss and fatigue symptoms
Impact on physical activity levels
Major Causes of COPD:
Cigarette smoking is the primary cause
Exposure to chullah (stove) fumes
Enzyme deficiencies and childhood infections affect lung health
Rural women are at a higher risk
Preventing and Managing COPD:
Avoid exposure to harmful fumes
Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke
Encourage early childhood immunizations
Use inhalers to manage symptoms
Follow national COPD treatment guidelines
Taking proactive steps can help manage COPD and improve quality of life.

Time Stamp :

00:00 - Introduction of Doctor
00:17 - Discussion starts about COPD
00:45 - Major causes of COPD
01:30 - Treatment of COPD
02:40 - Test for COPD