Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of COPD Video

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Early warning signs of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD include: feeling short of breath or coughing and producing excess mucus or phlegm.

Anyone can develop COPD, but you may be at a higher risk if you are 40 years old or older and currently or used to smoke.

Other causes of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) can include:

Exposure to both indoor and outdoor air pollution
A history of childhood lung infections
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, which is often referred to as the genetic form of COPD
Increased exposure to dust, chemicals, and fumes in the workplace, which may raise the risk of developing COPD.

Video produced by the American Lung Association

Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of COPD Video

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Anyone can develop COPD, but you may be at a higher risk if you are 40 years old or older and currently or used to smoke.

Other causes of COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) can include:

Exposure to both indoor and outdoor air pollution
A history of childhood lung infections
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, which is often referred to as the genetic form of COPD
Increased exposure to dust, chemicals, and fumes in the workplace, which may raise the risk of developing COPD.

Video produced by the American Lung Association

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