American Lung Association Lung HelpLine

American Lung Association Lung HelpLine

COPD, Support

Call the American Lung Association Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA or 1-800-586-4872 to speak to someone directly, or submit a question online. We’re here to answer your lung health questions. Read...
Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

COPD, Treatment

Signs and symptoms of COPD include: Constant coughing, sometimes called “smoker’s cough” Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities Producing a lot of sputum (also called phlegm or mucus) Feeling like you can’t breathe or take a deep...
COPD Management Tool

COPD Management Tool

COPD, COPD 101

The COPD Management Tool is a 3-in-1 personal tool that helps you talk with your doctor to make a plan that is best for you. Read...
The Effects of COPD

The Effects of COPD

COPD, COPD 101

Some signs and symptoms of COPD include cough with mucus, shortness of breath, and fatigue. When these signs first occur, people often mistakenly attribute them to aging, being out of shape, or “smoker’s cough.” They may limit their level of activity...
COPD basics from Mayo Clinic

COPD basics from Mayo Clinic

COPD, COPD 101

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of lung diseases that block airflow and make breathing difficult. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that make up COPD. Chronic bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining...
Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Understanding COPD from American Lung Association

COPD, COPD 101

COPD is a lung disease that over time makes it hard to breathe. COPD (short for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Obstruction in COPD means that the flow of air in and out of the lungs is less than it should be. When...