COPD and Lung Health

Depression and Anxiety in COPD

Anxiety and depression are common in patients affected by the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The degree of lung function might not describe anxiety and depression. These are difficult to identify and deal with their symptoms often project with those of COPD. Also, increase the risk of re-hospitalization and mortality. Dyspnea and reduced act capacity are the mechanisms that lead to the symptoms of anxiety and depression associated with COPD. Pulmonary rehabilitation develops anxiety and depression in COPD