November is National COPD Awareness Month

COPD Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors

COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease which is a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe. Although it is not curable, it is treatable, and steps can be taken to prevent more damage and maximize the function that remains. According to the American Lung Association, COPD is the third leading cause of death. The ALA also reports that more than 13.1 million adults are estimated to have COPD. Bronchitis is a form of COPD as well as Emphysema. Those at risk for COPD include people who’ve had increased exposure to irritants such as cigarette smoke. COPD is treatable but early detection is key to successful treatment. If you have any of the symptoms or exposures to risk factors mentioned in the sections below, talk to your doctor about them and request a Spirometry test.

Elder Care Indian Hill OH – November is National COPD Awareness Month

COPD Symptoms:

• Chronic cough
• Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities (dyspnea)
• Frequent respiratory infections
• Blueness of the lips or fingernail beds (cyanosis)
• Fatigue
• Producing a lot of mucus (also called phlegm or sputum)
• Wheezing

The Major Benefits for Referring to Home Care for Managing COPD:

• Managing the COPD disease process at home
• Reducing the need for ER or Urgent Visits
• Reducing the risk of falls
• Helping implement a treatment plan created
• Increasing adherence to the treatment plan

If you know someone in the greater Cincinnati area that is being treated for COPD and needs in-home care call Queen City Elder Care at 513-510-4410.

If you or an aging loved one is considering hiring Elder Care Services in Indian Hill OH, please contact the caring staff at Queen City Elder Care today. Serving Cincinnati and Surrounding Communities. Call Us Today (513) 510-4410.

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Mark & Michele Vollmer, Co-Owners, Managing Partners

Co-Owners at Queen City Elder Care

Mark Vollmer is the co-owner of Queen City Elder Care and performs the outside sales and finance functions of the company.He has over 25 years of healthcare industry experience including sales and sales management in home infusion and hospice services.

Michele Vollmer is a visionary leader who is perpetually searching for ways to improve, so to remain at the leading edge of the home care industry.She has served in the healthcare industry since 1989, including pharmaceutical and home health sales, as well as hospice sales and sales management.

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