Sometimes the body gives us signals that we don’t know how to interpret well. Small symptoms, which we tend to underestimate. The problem is that by doing so we risk worsening the situation, especially if we have some previous condition.
So, the key thing to do when we have a symptom is to go to the doctor. He will understand what the problem may be and will indicate the most suitable analyzes to do. And once the problem has been identified, we can follow the advice he will give us to improve the situation.
It is important to see your doctor because some symptoms are really complex to understand. For example, the urge to eat non-nutritious foods can indicate a serious iron deficiency. But there are also less bizarre and more common symptoms, such as red eyes. Unfortunately, these too could be the antechamber of a serious illness.
Today we see another rather frequent signal that could indicate something serious. We do not underestimate this common symptom because it could hide a serious lung disease.
Disorder
Sometimes it can happen that we find ourselves short of breath, and a little difficulty in breathing. Especially after some physical activity, we feel short of air. It could be normal, or it could indicate some asthma. In this period, then it is better to take a swab, to exclude the possibility of Covid.
Unfortunately, this first symptom could signal chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a serious respiratory system disorder, which leads, in addition to difficulty in breathing, also a strong cough with phlegm and lung infections. It is a life-threatening disorder and must be combated as soon as possible.
We do not underestimate this common symptom because it could hide a serious lung disease
There are various risk factors that can lead to pulmonary disease. The main one is smoking, both active and passive, which is responsible for about 9 out of 10 cases. But pollution and genetics also carry serious risks. For example, a genetic disorder that can lead to pulmonary disease is alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, which we discussed in a previous article.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease must be fought first by quitting smoking, if that is the cause. And then we must follow the combination of drugs that is prescribed by the doctor, without absolutely trying to cure ourselves.
If the problem becomes chronic, rehabilitation programs can be followed, which allow the patient to resume an almost normal life. Thanks to these programs it is possible to start exercising again.