Is asthma considered a copd disease?

Question

My neighbor, who also has breathing issues like me, said her doctor called her condition COPD. I have asthma, so I'm confused. Is asthma considered a COPD disease?

Ranveer Brar · Accepted Answer

No, asthma is not a COPD disease, they are two separate conditions affecting the lungs. For both, keeping your lungs active is very helpful. If your doctor allows, try to start with daily 30-minute walks to build your respiratory stamina slowly.

Alok Nath · Answer

Asthma is different from COPD, but both can be dangerous if ignored. I once ignored my breathing issues thinking it was just mild asthma, and it turned out to be a severe infection that damaged my lungs. Please go to a proper chest specialist and get a clear diagnosis.

Savitri Devi · Answer

No, dear, they are different diseases. For asthma, drinking warm turmeric milk at night can help reduce inflammation naturally. But if you have severe breathlessness, please do not rely only on home remedies and visit a doctor immediately.

Satish Kaushik · Answer

No, they are different, thank god! My body already has enough issues without adding COPD to the list. Asthma is bad enough when the Delhi winter smog hits, so let's just stick to managing one breathing problem with our inhalers and not worry about COPD.

Rajesh Gupta · Answer

No, asthma is not COPD. If you are confused, you might need a spirometry test to confirm which one it is. Look around for local charitable hospitals or government diagnostic labs where these tests are done at a fraction of the cost.

Is asthma considered a copd disease?

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Consult a pulmonologist

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