Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the name for a group of chronic inflammatory lung diseases that obstruct airflow from the lungs. The two most common COPD conditions are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD is a progressive and chronic disease that will get worse over time. While there is no cure for COPD and its associated conditions, the symptoms can be effectively managed with the right treatment. With proper management, people with COPD can live relatively normal and active lives. 

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