It’s reported that 16 million adults have been diagnosed with COPD.
Worldwide, COPD is more common in men. But in the U.S., women are 37% more likely to have COPD than men.
You can get COPD at any age, but 90% of cases involve people over the age of 45.
COPD treatment at Virtua Health.
Our pulmonary medicine specialists use the latest, evidence-based treatment methods to identify and treat every type of lung condition, including COPD. Here's how we can help:
- Lifestyle Changes: Quitting smoking, avoiding lung irritants, and maintaining a healthy diet.
- Medications: Inhalers and other medicines to help open airways and reduce inflammation.
- Smoking Cessation Programs: Professional coaching and expert-led classes to help you quit smoking for good.
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A program of exercise, education, and support.
- Minimally Invasive Procedures: This could include a Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction (BLVR), a procedure that repairs the most damaged parts of the lung.
Signs and symptoms of COPD.
It can be easy to overlook the early symptoms of COPD. But over time, those symptoms can become more and more severe, making routine activities like walking up the stairs seem impossible.
Here are some signs to look out for:
- Frequent coughing or wheezing
- Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities
- Increase mucus production
- Unable to take a deep breath
- Chest tightness
- Fatigue or tiredness
- Feeling like you can't breathe
Virtua Pulmonology
Are you at risk for COPD?
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a group of lung conditions that make it difficult to breathe. But the good news is, COPD can be managed with early diagnosis and treatment. And that’s where we can help!
Get started by taking our quick quiz to discover your risk for COPD. Based on your results, we'll guide you on the next steps to protect your lung health.
