Testul simplu pe care orice român care fumează sau a fumat ar trebui să îl facă. Medicul Mihail Pautov: „Nu aștepta să te sufoci”

Romania has a high number of smokers, and lung diseases can develop silently. Dr. Mihail Pautov emphasizes the importance of a simple test to detect chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) early, even when symptoms are absent. Many smokers mistakenly believe their lungs are healthy if they don't cough or feel short of breath. COPD can progress unnoticed, leading to significant lung capacity loss before symptoms appear. Spirometry is a non-invasive test that can diagnose COPD, and early detection is crucial for better outcomes. Smokers should not wait for symptoms to seek medical advice, as irreversible damage may have already occurred.