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82 year old man diognosed with copd and pulminary hypertension. is there anything that could increase his lifespan from this disease?
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COPD: Is lung disease that block airflow. It is irreversible condition, but manageable and effective therapy is available. Quit smoking and take medication on a regular basis. Ask your physician for the pulmonary rehabilitation program referral.
Answered 12/26/2013
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Exercise, meds: You likely have who 3 pulmonary hypertension related to copd. Treating your COPD and participating in pulmonary rehab program is useful. Therapy for pulmonary hypertension is not usually given for type 3 disease although sildenafil has been tried with marginal success.
Answered 6/10/2014
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