COPD and obstructive sleep apnea are two different respiratory conditions, but they can occur in the same person. When chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and obstructive sleep apnea coexist, the condition is commonly called COPD and sleep apnea overlap syndrome, or simply overlap syndrome. This is more than a naming issue. COPD affects airflow and gas […]
CPAP for COPD
CPAP vs BiPAP for COPD: What Patients Should Know
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, usually called COPD, is one of the most common long-term lung diseases worldwide. It causes airflow limitation, breathing difficulty, cough, mucus production, fatigue, and repeated flare-ups. According to the World Health Organization, COPD was the fourth leading cause of death worldwide in 2021, responsible for about 3.5 million deaths, or around […]