COPD stands for Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a group of diseases that cause airflow obstruction and breathing difficulties and mainly affects the lungs. This disease consists of emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD diagnosis is usually done by using spirometry.  COPD Facts and Figures According to COPD research published in the BJGP Open journal, smoking is the leading cause of lung problems in Pakistan. Due to this high prevalence of smoking, it has been concluded that COPD cases are likely to increase in the future. Find the facts and statistics about COPD in Pakistan below: Prevalence of COPD in PakistanApprox. 2.1% Commonly AffectsOlder Adults At-Risk GenderBoth Males and Females  Age for Early symptomsYoung to older adults Average Age for DiagnosisAfter 45 Years Problems related to COPDPneumonia, Heart Disease, Lung Cancer, Depression  Specialists Who Treat COPDPulmonologists/Lung Specialists