Could I have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

 

Syptoms:

• You have shortness of breath.
• An ongoing cough or a cough that produces large amounts of mucus (often called "smoker's cough")
• Shortness of breath, especially with physical activity
• Wheezing (a whistling or squeaky sound when you breathe)
• Chest tightness

 

 

Risk Factors:

• You smoke.
• You are exposed to pollutants.
• You have a family member who has COPD.

 

 

Why it's important to know:

 

COPD is the 4th leading cause of death in the United States!

 

 

How do I get screened?

 

Take the questionairre from drive4copd.com by clicking here.

We can perform a simple breathing test, called spirometry, in our office.

Call (615)746-0203 for an appointment!