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I have copd. i awoke this morning w/lungs hurting. hurts worse when trying to lie down. haven't felt this since being diagnosed almost 5 yrs ago. ???

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Could be an attack: Could be an exacerbation of COPD which would require treatment. Are you short of breath? Are you hearing a wheeze? Get evaluated and treated right away. Do you smoke? If you do, stop!

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/23/2014

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