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I'm worried because my friend has copd can anyone help/advise me, what do you suggest?
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Not contagious: COPD is not contagious. If your friend is exposed to the same causes for his COPD such as job, smoking, pollutants, then you should get health maintenance visit to your doctor for evaluation at least once a year and if there are any symptoms.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Rehab: Encourage pulm rehab, stop smoking and adhere to therpy. Be supprtive of improved health and offer emotional support for declining function.
Answered 12/7/2013
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