Overview

COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It's a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. The primary symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, and sputum production. COPD is often caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most commonly from cigarette smoke. 

Causes

 Here are some common reasons and causes of COPD:

Symptoms

Symptoms of an exacerbation in COPD may include:

Treatment: Modern Medicine

Treatment: Traditional Medicine

Caution

Prevention