n of the disease. Improving lung function and physical performance to improve quality of life are also very important. We categorise therapies either as drug or as non-drug...

Typical signs of COPD are shortness of breath, coughing and sputum. A slight tightness in the chest is also a symptom of COPD. Male smokers over the age of 60 are most affected by...

Your doctor will inform you about possible comorbidities (additional diseases) and further therapies. Also ask them what you yourself can do to positively steer the course of your...

shortness of breath and to loosen mucus. In parallel, inhalation can also help to clear the mucus. What is known as lung sport is also another important factor: People with COPD...

allergies, hyposensitisation and avoiding the triggers. There are also a range of complementary measures. Patient examination is also important, as is keeping a watchful eye on...

their severity and in the form they take. They can also disappear altogether – either on their own or as a result of taking medication. They can also reappear at any time. This...

bronchitis. Symptoms of a cold such as rhinitis (blocked or runny nose), exhaustion and headache are also typical. If the bronchial tubes narrow in later stages, the disease can...

cough and shortness of breath are also especially important. The first step: avoid harmful substances It is essential that you give up smoking if you have bronchitis. You also have...

Reddening or swelling are positive reactions to the suspected substance. An additional blood test can also be helpful. Allergy triggers can be identified based on certain blood...

techniques like pursed-lip breathing that make it easier to breathe. If possible, these techniques are also practised under physical exertion. Know more – respond properly For...