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9 Potential Causes of Shortness of Breath When Lying Down (Orthopnea)
Finding it hard to breathe when you lay down is medically called orthopnea. Find a list of potential causes to help narrow down your overall risk here.
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The Four Stages of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) is a program started by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Countries ...
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COPD Tests and Diagnosis
Your doctor will be able to see if you have evidence of COPD. If your symptoms are being caused by another condition, such as heart failure, your doctor will be able to identify that as well.
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Doctors warn air pollution not only affects the lungs, but could also contribute to heart disease
Doctors from National Jewish Health talk about how to know if you’re at risk, and steps you can take to protect your heart ...