Is COPD contagious?

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bostonterrier

10/26/2023 at 1:17 AM

My grandma just moved into our house temporarily and she coughs a lot. It turns out she has COPD. I was just curious if it is contagious. I am worried that I or my husband will get it. I haven't asked her because I don't want her to feel bad, but would be nice to know.

Thank you in advance for your responses

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LizziB

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10/28/2023 at 1:05 PM

Good advisor

Hi @bostonterrier

How are you doing today?

No COPD is not contagious, but there are other illnesses that can be transmitted via the coughing of someone with COPD. I will tag a few other members who may be able to give some advice for how to live with someone with COPD.

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