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What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease?
What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease?

COPD is a group of lung diseases characterized by limited airflow with variable degrees of air sack enlargement and lung tissue destruction. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the most common forms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.