COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) causes long-term breathing difficulty due to airway obstruction. Our goal is to reduce symptoms, prevent flare-ups, improve oxygen levels and enhance quality of life.
Common Symptoms
COPD symptoms gradually increase over time. Early evaluation helps in better control.
- ✓Chronic cough (often with phlegm)
- ✓Shortness of breath (especially on walking)
- ✓Wheezing / chest tightness
- ✓Frequent respiratory infections
- ✓Fatigue and reduced stamina
Main Causes & Risk Factors
The most common cause is long-term exposure to irritants.
- ✓Smoking / passive smoking
- ✓Air pollution / dust exposure
- ✓Biomass fuel smoke (chulha exposure)
- ✓Workplace chemical fumes
- ✓History of recurrent chest infections
Treatment Options at Nimbus
Treatment is personalised based on severity, symptoms, oxygen levels and flare-up frequency.
Inhalers & Bronchodilators
- ✓Opens airways to ease breathing
- ✓Daily maintenance + reliever support
Nebulization / Oxygen Support
- ✓Support during acute exacerbations
- ✓Oxygen evaluation & safe therapy
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- ✓Breathing exercises & stamina improvement
- ✓Physiotherapy guidance for lungs
Your COPD Care Journey (Steps)
A clear, structured process to improve breathing and reduce flare-ups.
Symptoms, risk factors, smoking history
Spirometry/lung function testing as required
Inhalers, medicines, infection prevention
Rehab, follow-ups, action plan & lifestyle
COPD Exacerbation Action Plan
Flare-ups can become serious. Recognise early and act fast (doctor guidance recommended).
- ✓Regular medicines as prescribed
- ✓Breathing exercises & walking
- ✓Avoid smoke/dust exposure
- ✓More cough / increased phlegm
- ✓Worsening breathlessness
- ✓Fever or infection symptoms
- ✓Breathlessness at rest / unable to speak
- ✓Low oxygen signs (bluish lips)
- ✓Confusion / drowsiness
Do’s & Don’ts (COPD)
These habits reduce flare-ups and help maintain better oxygen levels.
✅ Do
- ✓Stop smoking (most important)
- ✓Use inhaler correctly (technique)
- ✓Take vaccines if advised (flu/pneumonia)
- ✓Do breathing exercises & rehab
❌ Don’t
- ✓Ignore flare-up symptoms
- ✓Self-medicate antibiotics/steroids
- ✓Skip maintenance inhalers
- ✓Expose to smoke/dust/strong fumes
FAQs
Is there a cure for COPD?
COPD cannot be completely cured, but treatment and lifestyle changes can help control symptoms, reduce flare-ups, and improve quality of life.
Do COPD patients need to use an inhaler lifelong?
In many cases, long-term inhaler therapy is needed, but the plan depends on severity and response.
What does respiratory obstruction mean?
Airflow is reduced due to narrowing/blockage in the airways. In COPD, this obstruction is chronic.
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Before You Visit
- ✓Smoking history (years/quantity)
- ✓Current inhalers/medicines list
- ✓Past chest X-ray/CT reports (if any)
- ✓Flare-up frequency & hospitalisation history