COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a destructive lung disease that is characterized by incompletely reversible airflow limitation. Airflow limitation usually develops progressively and is harmful to the lung Particles or gases are associated with an abnormal inflammatory response. COPD is a chronic airway inflammatory disease that can be prevented and treated. Although COPD is an airway disease, its systemic impact on the whole body cannot be ignored.

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