Copd May 2026

Destruction of the lung's air sacs (alveoli), which reduces the surface area for oxygen exchange and causes the lungs to lose their elasticity. Key Symptoms

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive, inflammatory lung condition that restricts airflow and makes breathing difficult. It is the third leading cause of death worldwide. Destruction of the lung's air sacs (alveoli), which

Long-term inflammation of the bronchi, often characterized by a persistent, productive cough with mucus. often characterized by a persistent

COPD typically manifests through two primary conditions that often occur together: Destruction of the lung's air sacs (alveoli), which