Hi, my name is eddie. I am being refared for a copd test soon. Ive had a couple of breathless moments while resting over the past 3 months and an occasional quick twinge in  my chest. My question is this. 1. Is there a chance i may not have c o p d.?. 2. If i have it, then can i live a normal life span with treatment. Im 49 years old and havnt smoked for a year now.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. COPD is common after the age of 40 years in smokers. And your symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest things etc. are seen with COPD. These symptoms are also seen in cardiac heart diseases. So get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) for diagnosis of COPD. If PFT is normal then rule out heart diseases. With appropriate treatment (inhaled bronchodilators), COPD patients can live normal life. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.