Is asthma considered copd?
My uncle has been diagnosed with COPD and his symptoms sound very similar to my asthma. Are they the same thing? Is asthma considered COPD?
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7 months ago
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I totally get it, trying to understand these complex lung terms can be so confusing and stressful. Asthma is actually not considered COPD; they are two different breathing issues. Please don't worry, a quick chat with a nice doctor will help clear up all your doubts.
7 months ago
No, they are distinct medical conditions. If your doctor has asked you to get a spirometry or lung function test to confirm, try to compare prices online or visit a government hospital to save on the testing fees.
7 months ago
No, asthma is not COPD at all, so please don't get scared by that term. My little son has asthma and his lungs are perfectly healthy otherwise. Just follow your pediatrician's advice, keep the home clean, and they will be absolutely fine.
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7 months ago
No, asthma is not COPD. I have had asthma for 20 years, and my doctor explained that while asthma is mostly reversible and manageable with inhalers, COPD is a progressive disease usually caused by smoking. My tip is to avoid cigarette smoke completely and keep your allergy triggers in check.
5 months ago
I just went to a pulmonologist last week for my persistent wheezing, and I asked him the same thing. He clearly said asthma is not COPD. I started my prescribed inhalers and my breathing is already back to 100% normal, so don't stress about it.