Discussion: Suppose you examine whether you had any early signs before the onset of COPD. The answer (almost always, except in children) is -YES.

We all have a denial mechanism that tries to preserve our way of life. Besides, in modern culture, preventive medicine is not assimilated as a cultural value. We usually find that we are sick only when there is chronic pain, prolonged discomfort, or other bothersome symptoms.

Link: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, including Smoking Cessation Methodology.
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