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Can stress causes sever copd to get worst n a 67 yr old man?

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Dr. Peter Hahn answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Yes: Stress can contribute to worsening symptoms and can even play a role in causing a COPD exacerbation.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Yes: Stress can decompensate any underlying chronic illness.

Answered 9/21/2012

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Absolutely: Breathing is very dependent on the mind. Any type of mental stress, depression or anxiety will affect it.

Answered 1/24/2014

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