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COPD in Elderly: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

COPD, or Chronic Pulmonary Disease, affects millions of elderly people. COPD in elderly people can be particularly dangerous because the elder might also suffer from other chronic health conditions that exasperate the COPD. Here is some information to help you learn more about COPD in elderly parents, including care tips, and how to care for an elderly parent who suffers from COPD.

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An Overview of COPD
Also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Learn the signs, symptoms and treatments for COPD.
Treatments Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is treatable and many different techniques are used for this lung disease.
Why The Elderly are More Susceptible to Pneumonia
Studies show that seniors over age 65 are at a much higher risk than other people for developing, and dying from, pneumonia.
How do Ventilators Work?
Ventilators are machines that help people breathe easier - but are they dangerous?
How the Lungs Work
Many elderly people experience difficult breathing as they age. What happens to our lungs as we age that makes them more susceptible to lung disease?
Lung Function Tests for Breathing Problems
Lung function tests are used to look for the cause of breathing problems.

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