2006-12-02 02:37:46 · 3 answers · asked by kiamboy 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
Of course they can. COPD includes many respiratory diseases, as well as, degrees of those illnesses and your symptoms. Most COPD can be managed fairly well as long as you are taking care of yourself and under a doctors regular care. Some are even asymptomatic. It also depends on how well you handle physical exertion. Discuss it with your MD. He may very well advice you on certain types of employment that may even be of some benefit to your health. No employer should object to hiring you if they are aware you doctor has no objections. I think it's a great idea so look into it! Many COPD patients live long productive lives when they are taking the appropriate measures to manage their health. Staying active is one of those measures.
2006-12-02 03:00:37 · answer #1 · answered by deedleydee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it depends on the kind of job but yes, they still can get jobs and work as long as they are not in the more advanced stages of COPD.
2006-12-02 02:58:31 · answer #2 · answered by CJBig 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It probably depends on the job. When you want to apply for a job talk it over with your doctor.
2006-12-02 02:40:55 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋