My mom is 80. diagnosed with copd. quit smoking 10+ years ago. on oxygen as needed. wakes up at 3 to 5 am to let CAT out then can t go back to sleep because she can t breath. No cough, congestion. lacking umph and energy more and more. just complains can t fill lungs when awakened, loss of energy to do usual activities plus walks. Should she see heart doctor or regular doctor?
Hello! You should know that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs and the symptoms include breathing difficulty, cough, mucus (sputum) production and wheezing. Other signs and symptoms of COPD may include shortness of breath, especially during physical activities and lack of energy as your mother has.  People with COPD are at increased risk of developing heart disease, lung cancer and a variety of other conditions. So, what I suggest for your mother is to meet first a pulmonologist and heart doctor to exclude above-mentioned diseases. I hope my answer help you. I wish your mother a good health.