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But as the disease gets worse, you might notice these common signs of COPD: A cough that doesn't go away Coughing up lots of mucus Shortness of breath (trouble taking a deep breath and feeling like you can't get enough air) Worsening shortness of breath when you climb stairs, walk, do other exercise, or perform regular daily activities Wheezing or squeaking when you breathe Tightness in your chest Frequent colds or flu As the disease progresses further, you may also have: Trouble walking as far as you once did Needing to sit up or prop yourself up on more pillows to sleep Unintentional weight loss Feeling winded during long conversations Swollen ankles, feet, or legs Blue fingernails Low energy COPD Diagnosis Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, your medical history, and whether you smoke or have been exposed to chemicals, dust, or smoke at work
Even if no one in the household smokes indoors, the residual smoke that clings to furniture, walls, and fabrics can still pose a health risk
In a population representative study to investigate the association between prenatal tobacco exposure and telomere length in children (aged under 15 years with prenatal tobacco exposure), it was found that the telomere length in children with prenatal tobacco exposure was significantly shorter than in those with no exposure (mean T/S ratio = 24.9 [SD = 8.58] in exposed vs
