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The Mayo Clinic<\/a> describes Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) as \u2018a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.\u2019 It\u2019s number one cause is smoking, as well as long-term exposure to dust or fumes, cigarette smoke, or in rare times, due to a genetic issue. Notably, even if you have never smoked before, you can still develop COPD.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> (CDC) says that it\u2019s \u2018a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems.\u2019 Some of these pulmonary conditions include chronic obstructive asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema, which also happens to be the most common of all.<\/p>\n

Statistics show that over 12.5 million American adults<\/a> suffer from COPD, and with no cure for this chronic disease, it costs the healthcare system billions in healthcare costs each and every year. What makes things even more complicated is that COPD isn\u2019t always easy to diagnose, since it\u2019s symptoms can be quite subtle at first. However, there are some signs and symptoms to watch out for when it comes to recognizing whether or not you may have it.<\/p>\n

Here are 13 signs and symptoms that you may have COPD.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. A Persistent Cough That Refuses to Go Away<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One common sign of COPD, if not one of the most common of all the symptoms, is a persistent cough<\/a> that refuses to go away. Coughing is a reflex or an action that works to clear your airways of mucus that may be stuck in your throat or lungs, or possible irritants such as smoke, dust or fumes. Most of the time, a cough clears up within a matter of days or weeks when it\u2019s due to a virus or bacteria, whether you need to use medication to deal with it or not. But when it comes to COPD, while the cough may start like any other cough, it tends to be a persistent one that refuses to go away. In fact, as the days progress, rather than get better, the cough will actually worsen and become worse over time. In addition, COPD patients often notice that they produce much more mucus, which in turn causes them to cough even more severely. If you have a persistent cough that refuses to go away, especially if you\u2019re a smoker, talk to your doctor about the possibility of having COPD.<\/p>\n

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2. <\/strong>Shortness of Breath<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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What makes COPD difficult to identify is the fact that the symptoms are synonymous with other health conditions like asthma or other pulmonary conditions. However, when it comes to COPD, another common sign is shortness of breath, which is also known as dyspnea<\/a>. That\u2019s because usually, COPD causes obstructions or blockages to the airways, which makes it harder for someone to breath as they normally do. While shortness of breath is customary when someone is working out or exerting physical effort, when it comes to COPD, it\u2019s a symptom that doesn\u2019t get better, is lasting, and gets worse as time goes on. Even if it\u2019s not due to COPD, shortness of breath is a sign that should never be ignored. Be sure to speak to your doctor if you notice that you\u2019ve been experiencing shortness of breath for no exact reason.<\/p>\n

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3. <\/strong>Wheezing<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Wheezing<\/a> is described as a high-pitched or musical sound that comes from your lungs when exhale or attempt to force air from your lungs, normally occurring due to an obstruction to the air passages or the lungs. Because people with COPD tend to have excess amounts of mucus within their lungs, it causes the so-called obstruction, creating a wheezing sound as they attempt to push the air out of their lungs. Wheezing can become worse when the muscles in the lungs become tighter because of congested air passageways, creating an even louder sound as a result. If you notice any wheezing or any sounds coming from your lungs or throat as you breathe, be sure to speak to your doctor about the possibility of having COPD.<\/p>\n

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4. <\/strong>Can\u2019t Take a Deep Breath<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Aside from wheezing or difficulty breathing, another symptom of COPD is the inability to take a deep breath. There are a number of causes for this, including asthma, obesity, pulmonary fibrosis, and respiratory tract infection, just to name a few. But when it comes to COPD, it\u2019s normally because patients with COPD also have emphysema or bronchitis, or worse, they have both. While emphysema<\/a> destroys the walls in between the air sacs in the lungs, this also makes it harder to provide enough oxygen to the body. While with bronchitis<\/a>, it irritates and inflames the lining of the airways, causing excess phlegm and mucus, clogging the airways and making it harder to breathe. Even if you don\u2019t have COPD, difficulty taking a deep breath should always be checked out immediately as it is a sign of other serious medical conditions.<\/p>\n

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5. <\/strong>Chest Tightness and Chest Pain<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Chest tightness and chest pain \u2013 also known as angina<\/a> \u2013 can be incredibly uncomfortable and worrisome, especially when they are accompanied by shortness of breath, persistent coughing, wheezing, and other such symptoms. And while these symptoms can be due to a number of different medical conditions, COPD is one of them. Because COPD can damage the lungs and airways because of excess mucus formation, it can also become so extreme that it causes pain and tightness in the chest, making it almost unmanageable at times. And even worse yet, under extreme conditions, it may even be fatal. Normally, doctors will prescribe a variety of treatments that include medication, oxygen treatment, pulmonary rehabilitation, and other forms of therapy to make it not only tolerable, but to ease the adverse side effects that usually comes with having COPD.<\/p>\n

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6. <\/strong>Fatigue<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Another common sign of COPD is fatigue, which is explained as feeling extremely tired or exhausted, so much so that you cannot do your usual daily functions or activities. Fatigue is also described as a deep weariness that no matter how much rest or sleep you get, you still don\u2019t feel rested when you get up. When it comes to COPD, fatigue<\/a> is usually caused by a lack of oxygen that comes with excess formation of mucus within the lungs. Because the oxygen is not able to get into your blood stream or your muscles, they more your body works, the more tired it gets. And to make matters worse, when this happens, people with COPD end up becoming less active, which also causes them to be less fit, creating a bad cycle. As a result, older adults find even the simplest of tasks difficult to do because it can take too much effort, like walking from one place to another, or just getting up and down the stairs.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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7. <\/strong>Thick, Colored Mucus<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Also called sputum or phlegm, mucus<\/a> is a sticky material produced by the body that lines the mouth, nose, sinuses, throat and lungs in order to keep bacteria, viruses, and allergens out of the body to stop them from causing unwanted sicknesses. And although creating mucus is a natural function of the body, when it\u2019s due to COPD, there is normally an unusual excess amount that can be clear or dark yellow or green in color which causes people to cough in excess and make it harder to breathe. This is also why smokers tend to have a heightened risk of getting COPD since mucus formation is a common side effect of smoking. And to make matters worse, since smokers already produce a lot mucus, they don\u2019t realize that they are already suffering from COPD and only find out when it\u2019s in a more advanced stage. It\u2019s important to remember that you don\u2019t need to be a smoker though to develop COPD.<\/p>\n

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8. <\/strong>Sleep Disturbances<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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While sleep disturbances are explained as issues with falling asleep or staying asleep, they are usually linked to insomnia, stress, acidity, bad sleeping habits, jetlag and other such reasons, but other times they can also be associated with COPD. That\u2019s because COPD can cause problems with breathing, more so at night, causing patients to either have a hard time sleeping, difficulty falling asleep in the first place, or problems staying asleep throughout the night. COPD also has a tendency to cause a condition known as hypoxemia<\/a>, or oxygen desaturation, which is when there is a \u2018below-normal amount of oxygen in the blood.\u2019 It causes issues with sleep quality, breathing and circulation problems, and even cause mood or anxiety issues when left untreated.<\/p>\n

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9. <\/strong>Getting Sick Frequently<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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When someone gets sick often, it can be a sign of another underlying condition, just like COPD. Because COPD is normally linked to many other unfavorable health problems like emphysema and bronchitis, it can cause a person to continuously feel ill, have colds, get the flu, or even pneumonia. Moreover, it can also increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, lung cancer and other times, it can even cause depression. Overall, COPD generally weakens the immune system<\/a>, making people more susceptible to sickness and disease. If you notice that you\u2019ve been feeling ill, alongside other symptoms on this list, be sure to speak to your doctor about the possibility of having COPD.<\/p>\n

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10. <\/strong>Confusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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When it comes to older individuals with COPD, many times they are misdiagnosed when it comes to COPD because the symptoms are very similar to many other health issues. In fact, this symptom of COPD \u2013 confusion \u2013 is often believed to be something else altogether. But for older patients, confusion is normally due to advanced stages of COPD and is considered a flare-up<\/a> of the disease. Because of the lack of oxygen and too much carbon dioxide in the blood, it can cause confusion, fatigue, weakness and just generally not feeling like yourself. If you have a loved one that suffers from any of these signs, be sure to seek out proper medical attention for them immediately as it may be a sign of advanced COPD.<\/p>\n

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11. <\/strong>Having to Clear Your Throat Often<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Yet another symptom of COPD is clearing your throat more often than usual. This can also be categorized as laryngopharyngeal symptoms<\/a>. This is when there is an excess amount of mucus in the throat that\u2019s so sticky, it causes a consistent cough and sometimes, hoarseness in the voice as well. And regardless of how many times you try to clear your throat, it just never clears nor does the mucus get out. As explained before, COPD normally causes an excess amount of mucus, which over time, becomes harder and harder to expel without medical help.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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12. <\/strong>Unexplained Weight Loss<\/strong><\/p>\n

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There are many reasons for unexplained weight loss, some being diabetes, hyperthyroidism, cancer and depression. But another reason may also be due to COPD because this disease just makes it difficult to remain healthy and at a healthy weight. A number of health conditions that go hand in hand with COPD make it hard to remain healthy and strong, causing most people to lose weight and lose muscle mass, making them even weaker than they already are. Moreover, they tend to lack much needed nutrients and minerals to stay healthy and strong as well, while even eating can become a chore due to being overtired. Many doctors suggest that their patients eat smaller meals to not only make them easier to ingest, but to help keep their nutrition levels up<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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13. <\/strong>Swollen Legs, Ankles or Feet<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Edema is a condition that refers to swollen body parts, usually due to excessive amounts of fluid being trapped in the tissues of the body. As for COPD patients, edema can occur in the legs, ankles and feet, sometimes becoming so intense that it leads to pulmonary hypertension<\/a>, referring to problems with the lungs and heart. COPD patients already lack oxygen in the bloodstream, causing blood vessels to narrow and in worse cases, destroy them. This can cause extreme swelling and pain, and when left untreated, can even be fatal. Even if swelling isn\u2019t due to COPD, it should be checked out by a medical professional, especially if the swelling refuses to go down or it keeps coming back.<\/p>\n

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When to See a Doctor<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Whether you observe just one or more of the signs or symptoms of this disease, it\u2019s always best to consult a doctor to get the proper diagnosis, whether you\u2019re experiencing them due to COPD or not. And because COPD is a long-lasting and chronic disease, it requires treatment and proper evaluation for the duration of the patient\u2019s life. Aside from better understanding what the symptoms are and what causes them to get worse, finding treatments and ways to positively manage COPD may be the key to living with the disease in the best way possible. Aside from helping slow down the progression of the disease, understanding what causes flareups and adverse side effects may also give you a greater advantage of managing the COPD.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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