what is its prognosis?
COPD usually gets gradually worse over time and can ultimately result in death. It is estimated that 3% of all disability is related to COPD.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
COPD usually gets gradually worse over time and can ultimately result in death. It is estimated that 3% of all disability is related to COPD. 
what is the full form of c o p d Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease what are its signs? Shortness of breath, and a cough that produces sputum. tell me more about the effects of the 1st one In severe COPD, vigorous coughing may lead to rib fractures or to a brief loss of consciousness. what does the last word you said for 'signs' mean? It is mucus that is coughed up from the lower airways (the trachea and bronchi). what colour is it? Purulent sputum is typically yellow or green. what are the symptoms of copd? Breathing out may take longer than breathing in, chest tightness may occur along with symptoms of leg swelling and bulging neck veins. how is it diagnosed? Spirometry. what is this? It is a pulmonary function tests. what medications are prescribed for it? Inhaled bronchodilators like β agonists and anticholinergics, and steroids. how can you manage copd? Smoking cessation and supplemental oxygen. what reference does it have to culture? Many health systems have difficulty ensuring appropriate identification, diagnosis and care of people with COPD.
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [SEP] Prognosis
COPD usually gets gradually worse over time and can ultimately result in death. It is estimated that 3% of all disability is related to COPD. The proportion of disability from COPD globally has decreased from 1990 to 2010 due to improved indoor air quality primarily in Asia. The overall number of years lived with disability from COPD, however, has increased. The rate at which COPD worsens varies with the presence of factors that predict a poor outcome, including severe airflow obstruction, little ability to exercise, shortness of breath, significant underweight or overweight, congestive heart failure, continued smoking, and frequent exacerbations.