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| Name: | chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
| Acronym: | COPD |
| Description: | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is one of the most common lung diseases. It makes it difficult to breathe. There are two main forms of COPD: chronic bronchitis, defined by a long-term cough with mucus and emphysema defined by destruction of the lungs over time. Most people with COPD have a combination of both conditions. |
| Type: | Combined |
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