Doctors For Copd In Mardan

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How can I find treatment of Copd?

COPD stands for Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a group of diseases that cause airflow obstruction and breathing difficulties and mainly affects the lungs. This disease consists of emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD diagnosis is usually done by using spirometry. 

COPD Facts and Figures

According to COPD research published in the BJGP Open journal, smoking is the leading cause of lung problems in Pakistan. Due to this high prevalence of smoking, it has been concluded that COPD cases are likely to increase in the future. Find the facts and statistics about COPD in Pakistan below:

Prevalence of COPD in PakistanApprox. 2.1%
Commonly AffectsOlder Adults
At-Risk GenderBoth Males and Females 
Age for Early symptomsYoung to older adults
Average Age for DiagnosisAfter 45 Years
Problems related to COPDPneumonia, Heart Disease, Lung Cancer, Depression 
Specialists Who Treat COPDPulmonologists/Lung Specialists