Make sure it's a free day when you have nothing else planned-you don't want to rush to or from the shoot, it could affect the quality of the pictures you get. You'll also want to select your outfit. Headshots are meant to focus on the face, not the wardrobe, so go for something simple and non-distracting. Headshots are more than just cheesy family photos-they can be EXTREMELY difficult to take! 2  Don't underestimate the ability for one photo to be so time-consuming. 3  If you get pricey professional pictures taken, make sure the photographer satisfies you, and go to a reputable place.
Your doctor may ask whether you smoke or have had contact with lung irritants, such as secondhand smoke, air pollution, chemical fumes, or dust. If you have an ongoing cough, let your doctor know how long you've had it, how much you cough, and how much mucus comes up when you cough. Also, let your doctor know whether you have a family history of COPD. Your doctor will examine you and use a stethoscope to listen for wheezing or other abnormal chest sounds. He or she also may recommend one or more tests to diagnose COPD.
COPD is characterized by a longstanding (chronic) obstruction to air flow out of the lungs. It can take different forms and have different symptoms. Symptoms of COPD can also vary in severity. COPD Symptoms include: 1  a chronic cough,  shortness of breath,