Atopy and Frequency of Exacerbation in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients
The Relation Between Atopy and Frequency of Exacerbation in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Patients
About This Trial
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a heterogeneous lung condition characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms (dyspnea, cough, sputum production and/or exacerbations) due to abnormalities of airways (bronchitis, bronchiolitis) and/or alveoli (emphysema) that cause persistent, often progressive, airflow obstruction. The presence of non-fully reversible airflow obstruction (FEV1/FVC \< 0.7 post-bronchodilation) measured by spirometry confirms the diagnosis of COPD
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Treatments Being Tested
Skin prick test
Skin Prick Test (SPT): Common allergens including pollen, dust mites, Pet dander and mold. Serum IgE Levels: Total IgE Peripheral blood eosinophil was defined as an eosinophil count ≥ 5%, Quality of Life Assessment: COPD Assessment Test (CAT)