Depression may increase exacerbations, hospitalizations in COPD

It is well known that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) frequently suffer from depression and anxiety, but according to new research, depression and anxiety may actually cause increased hospitalizations and exacerbations.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news144062506.html">Depression may increase exacerbations, hospitalizations in COPD</a></p> <p>It is well known that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) frequently suffer from depression and anxiety, but according to new research, depression and anxiety may actually cause increased hospitalizations and exacerbations.</p>