Prevalence, Contribution to Disease Burden and Management of Comorbid Depression and Anxiety in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Narrative Review.

Mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are common comorbidities of individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), though they are frequently underdiagnosed and consequently undertreated. To that end we sought to identify the impact of co-morbid anxiety and depression in COPD patients and evaluate recent evidence regarding the management of such cases. A Pubmed search was conducted for relevant original articles with emphasis on the past 5 years.

Review of the association between periodontitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in smokers.

Both periodontitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are among the most common diseases associated with smoking. These conditions frequently present alongside comorbidities including diabetes, coronary heart disease, duodenal ulcer, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, osteoporosis and muscle atrophy. Chronic inflammation contributes to the pathology of both periodontitis and COPD, and in patients suffering from both conditions treatment of periodontitis may lead to relief from COPD symptoms as well.

Prevalence of Comorbid Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Individuals Suffering from Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder: A Systematic Review.

The disease burden associated with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder is substantial, with affected individuals having a shorter life expectancy and a high risk of severe physical comorbid conditions. These individuals are more likely to smoke and have a longer smoking history compared to the general population. Furthermore, use of antipsychotic drugs has also been linked to active smoking.