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Both conditions have similar symptoms, but different causes and treatments
You can reduce your chances of a flare-up by quitting smoking, avoiding respiratory infections and following your doctor’s orders
Nicotine replacement products and relaxation techniques can help you ditch the dip
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Even only a couple cigarettes a day can lead to potentially deadly lung diseases like COPD and emphysema
Your risk goes down once you quit, but you may still need a lung cancer screening
Get improved quality of life and breathe better
The effectiveness and safety of many of these options are unknown, so it’s best to stick to traditional care
Avoid triggers like dust, smoke and cold air to lessen your chances of coughing
Developmental changes like puberty and menopause can impact symptom severity
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