RESPIRATORY
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE
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There is airflow obstruction and air trapping
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Pulmonary hypertension and can lead to bronchiectasis
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The “blue bloater” phenotype is usually “green fat” patients with chronic bronchitis and pan-lobular alveolar dilatation.
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The emphysema phenotype is the frequent abnormal dilation of the terminal air space of the terminal bronchioles due to alveolar destruction.
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Detailed explanation-1: -These patients, sometimes called blue bloaters, typically exhibit cough and sputum production. They have frequent respiratory tract infections, experience chronic carbon dioxide retention (PaCO2 > 45 mm Hg), and have recurrent episodes of cor pulmonale.
Detailed explanation-2: -Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been classically divided into blue bloaters and pink puffers.
Detailed explanation-3: -Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that contribute to COPD . These two conditions usually occur together and can vary in severity among individuals with COPD .
Detailed explanation-4: -Frequent coughing or wheezing. Excess phlegm or sputum. Shortness of breath. Trouble taking a deep breath.