Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) results from irreversible damage to the airways and lungs. Over time, this damage makes it harder to breathe, so patients with COPD must undergo regular treatments and screenings to manage their health.
With a chronic health condition, accessing your personal health records is more important than ever. DrOwl provides patients with easy digital access to their medical records, plus a special AI-powered tool to explain complex tests and other information. Here are a few things patients can expect after a COPD diagnosis:
A chronic health diagnosis naturally brings about stress and worry. While COPD requires lifelong treatment and management, many people with the condition lead full and happy lives. Give yourself time to adjust to the new diagnosis, then take steps to manage your health condition.
COPD symptoms may worsen over time. Symptoms can also flare up, especially when you’re exposed to certain triggers. Triggers can include physical activity, cigarette smoke, and other factors. Identifying and managing triggers can reduce exacerbations.
Lung function tests, imaging scans, and blood tests are used to diagnose COPD. Doctors also use them to monitor the condition as it progresses. Test results will be compared to previous health baselines to determine whether a change in treatment is necessary.
DrOwl lets you access digitized versions of your medical records—blood tests, diagnostic exams, and more—from a mobile device or laptop. Our app also harnesses the power of healthcare AI to present medical information in simple, straightforward language.
Medical terminology, clinical jargon, and doctor’s notes aren’t always easy for the layperson to understand. With simplified explanations, DrOwl lets you get more out of your records, and your health. Our app also lets you:
Take control of chronic health diagnoses with DrOwl. Monitor your medical records for changes in symptoms, new test results, and more.
