Some people who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may also have asthma. With both of these conditions, air doesn't flow easily in and out of your lungs. This can make it hard to breathe. You may be short of breath, wheeze, cough, or have mucus in your airways.
When you have COPD and asthma, it's important to follow your treatment plan.
There are two parts to your treatment:
You and your doctor can make a plan that will help. This plan tells you the medicines you take to manage your symptoms and prevent attacks or flare-ups. It also tells you what to do if you have an attack or flare-up.
Medicines
Preventing infections
Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if:
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