{"product_id":"2940013301498","title":"The Easy Guide to Understanding COPD: What You Need to Know!","description":"When we hear “… you have end stage COPD” it is probably the most confusing as well as the frightening thing to hear. However let us examine how far this holds true.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of lung diseases that block airflow as you exhale and makes it increasingly difficult for you to breathe. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmphysema and chronic asthmatic bronchitis are the two main conditions that make up COPD. In all cases, damage to your airways eventually interferes with the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your lungs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeing diagnosed with COPD can lead to various doubts and you begin ask yourself how long are you going to survive. Then you start asking yourself, if I don’t take care this, then what are the consequences that I might be facing? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeing diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD usually takes a person into a complete state of despair and shock, since the condition is incurable. But then this is not an end to everything. You can lead a happy and content life even being diagnosed with this condition. You have to sacrifice few things and lead a new and fresh lifestyle all together. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese few pointers will help the COPD patient to create a life style that will work for them.  By helping yourself will be a sure way to make others around you very happy as well!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7,309 words\u003cbr\u003e9 Photos\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTable of Contents \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eWhat Is COPD?\u003cbr\u003eCOPD Stages Explained:\u003cbr\u003eCOPD Symptoms:\u003cbr\u003eCOPD Causes:\u003cbr\u003eCOPD Tests and diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eRisk factors for COPD:\u003cbr\u003eWhat Are COPD Complications?\u003cbr\u003eOxygen therapy: Breathe Deeply!\u003cbr\u003eCOPD: The Importance of exercise\u003cbr\u003eTreatments and Drugs for COPD\u003cbr\u003eHome Remedies You Can Use\u003cbr\u003eImportance of family and friends for Support!\u003cbr\u003eImportance of COPD forums\u003cbr\u003eTaking Doctor’s Advice - Why?\u003cbr\u003eAlternative ways and elements in treating COPD\u003cbr\u003eGetting Around - Mobility devices\u003cbr\u003eCoping With COPD: Living the Good Life!\u003cbr\u003eSo What Should I Do?\u003cbr\u003eThe “End Stage” of COPD- Is this a myth?\u003cbr\u003eCOPD Research - Where do I Go?","brand":"Bluejean Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47145624535280,"sku":"2940013301498","price":2.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940013301498_p0.jpg?v=1763579595","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940013301498","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}