The majority of persons with COPD are at least 40 years old and have smoked at some point in their lives. The longer you smoke and the more tobacco products you consume, the more likely you are to get COPD.

COPD can be caused by cigar smoke, pipe smoke, and secondhand smoke, in addition to cigarette smoke. If you smoke and have asthma, your chances of developing COPD are even higher.

The Medical Office of Katy offers the following treatment options for patients with COPD however, the suitable treatment entirely depends on the patient’s condition:

• Oxygen therapy
• Lifestyle changes
• Surgery

For more information, contact us today or schedule an appointment online. We serve patients from Katy TX, Park Row TX, Cinco Ranch TX, Brookshire TX, Pittsville TX and Mission Bend TX.