C.O.P.D.

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I've been an Asthma sufferer since late 1990, but Six Months ago was diagnosed with C.O.P.D: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, which is rather a worry.

I understand that C.O.P.D. is a kind of wasting disease -which gradually decreases the lung function.

My GPs treatment doesn't seem to have changed from the medication that I am already taking for Asthma. Is this right -I wonder?

Can anyone shed a bit more light on my (new-found) disease -Please?

Kevin58

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Hi,

Can I suggest you visit the British lung foundation's (BLF) website? tinyurl.com/2a8avd

BLF pour alot of time and research into COPD. There is medication that can make life easier and they also run support groups called breathe easy which give you tips and allow you to ask questions about how to manage your condition. They also have a community nurse team now which specialise in caring for COPD patients in their own homes rather than in hospital which also means COPD patients can be discharged early.

COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease it is an umbrella term for a number of conditions from chronic bronchitis to emphysema. It damages the airways in the lungs making it harder to get air in and out. The most common cause is smoking so quiting smoking if you do smoke will be the best thing you can do to help your lungs.

Please take a look at their website there is alot of support for people with COPD now.

Tks xx