What are the different types of COPD exacerbation?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that results in damaged respiratory tissue, limited airways and breathing problems. The condition is characterized by episodes during which symptoms deteriorate. These episodes are known as COPD exacerbations and may include shortness of breath, cough with an increase or change of sputum caused from the airways, wheezing, a feeling of tightness in the chest, fever and fatigue.

COPD is a disease for which there is no known drug and treatment focuses on the treatment of symptoms that are chronic and persistent. These symptoms worsen during COPD exacerbation and may vary depending on the severity of the lung disease. Exacerbation of the II or slight stage II or mild COPD, often includes shortness of breath and cough, which causes mucus and other matter from the respiratory tract. During exacerbation, this matter or sputum would be different in quantity, color and thickness than typical of the patient.

in the stadiIn III or severe COPD, exacerbation involves significant breathing problems because inflammation in the airways leads to a further reduction in air flow. The capacity for relatively small exertion of everyday activities is at risk. Exacerbation in Stage IV or very serious COPD can be life -threatening because it may include fever, deep shortness of breath and even respiratory failure.

One of the most common causes of COPD exacerbation is smoking and exposure to second -hand smoke. Other causes include the improper use of inhalers and other respiratory devices and non -compliance with prescribed drug therapy and rehabilitation programs. COPD exacerbations can often be caused by other diseases, including respiratory infections and viruses, as well as gastrointestinal reflux diseases (GERD). The triggers also come from environmental factors such as air pollution and extreme temperature.

EXA treatment optionsCerbacing COPD depends on the Stage of the COPD and the correlated severity of the symptoms. Patients can be treated at home or in the hospital using therapies including antibiotics, bronchodilators, additional oxygen support and fan. The best strategy for the treatment of COPN exacerbation can be prevented from appearing by avoiding potential triggers and adhering to your doctor and prescribed therapy. In some cases, doctors may prescribe the pulmonary rehabilitation program in an effort to minimize COPD exacerbation and improve the overall quality of life of the patient. This type of program may include exercise, nutritional planning, counseling and education.