Is asthma a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
My father has COPD, and his symptoms sound similar to what my asthmatic neighbour describes. Are asthma and COPD the same, or is asthma considered a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
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8 months ago
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No, asthma and COPD are two different chronic lung conditions, though they have similar breathing symptoms. For your safety, please get a proper diagnosis and lung function test from a qualified doctor to know exactly what you are dealing with.
5 months ago
I totally get it, medical terms can be so confusing and scary to read. Asthma is actually different from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), though both affect breathing. Please talk to a doctor who can explain this gently and guide you.
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8 months ago
Bhai, asthma and COPD are separate diseases, they are not the same. If you are having hard times breathing, please do not wait at home. Go to a good hospital nearby and show yourself to a proper doctor.
5 months ago
No, they are distinct conditions. My relative had severe complications because they confused asthma with COPD and took wrong medications. Please see a specialist immediately to get a clear diagnosis and avoid self-medicating.
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No, they are different. I recently went through a bad phase of breathing issues and my doctor explained that while asthma is reversible with inhalers, COPD is a different chronic condition. Get a spirometry test done through a pulmonologist to clear your doubts.