10 FAQs About Living With COPD
In this article
- 1. What Happens to My Lungs if I Have COPD?
- 2. What Causes COPD?
- 3. What Are the Signs and Symptoms of COPD?
- 4. How is COPD Diagnosed?
- 5. What Are the Treatments for COPD?
- 6. What Can I do to Stay Healthier While Living With COPD?
- 7. Why is Good Nutrition So Important When You're Living With COPD?
- 8. What Can I do to Conserve Energy When I Have COPD?
- 9. What Are the Complications of Living With COPD?
- 10. When Should I Call for Help?
9. What Are the Complications of Living With COPD?
With COPD, you are more likely to:
- Get colds, the flu, or pneumonia
- Have an enlarged heart
- Have high blood pressure
10. When Should I Call for Help?
You should call 911 right away if:
- You can't walk or talk
- Your heart beats very fast or it has an irregular beat
- Your lips or fingernails turn blue
- You breathe fast and hard, even when on medicines