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Copd (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Copd (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (Quitting Smoking) 
A progressive disease process that most commonly results from smoking. COPD is characterized by difficulty breathing, wheezing and a chronic cough. COPD includes both chronic bronchitis and emphysema (see definitions for chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Treatment includes absolute avoidance from smoking, bronchodilators and oxygen for those with advanced disease. Complications include bronchitis and pneumonia.
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