Making sense of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, together
Loops combines real patient stories with data so you can see which treatments, lifestyle changes, or habits actually worked - for free
This is not medical advice, please consult a clinician.
Understand your breathing symptoms, what triggers them, and how to discuss your care with your doctor so you can live happier.
How Loops works
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? You don't have to figure it out alone
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Start with your intake
Take a short, guided survey to help us understand your condition, health history, and what you want to achieve. Your insights don't just shape your own path—they securely contribute to a shared knowledge base to help others navigating similar conditions find what works, overcome setbacks, and reach their treatment goals together.
Start your journey today1 of 3- Fewer bad days
- More energy day to day
- Clearer answers from my doctor
Intake
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Don't be shy, ask anything you want
Pose your specific question about your symptoms, flare-ups, or daily management to an intuitive AI assistant. Because it securely remembers your health history and treatment context, you won't have to re-explain your background—just get clear, personalized guidance whenever you need it.
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Tap into collective wisdom and expert care
Get synthesized insights that combine trusted medical literature with real-world experiences from peers managing the exact same condition. See what treatments actually worked, what caused flare-ups, and how others like you found relief.
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You’re not alone — take control of your disease and move forward
We help you uncover what works and what doesn’t so you can track your progress, get patient feedback, and walk into your next doctor’s appointment fully prepared with your symptom history and tailored questions ready to go.
Be prepared
The basics
Common questions about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Curious about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, take a look at common questions below.
What is COPD?
COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a group of long-term lung conditions that restrict airflow and make breathing harder, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
What causes COPD?
Smoking is the most common cause, but long-term exposure to dust, fumes or air pollution can also contribute. A rare inherited condition called alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency can increase risk.
Can COPD be cured?
No. COPD cannot currently be cured, but treatments, rehabilitation and lifestyle changes can reduce symptoms, improve function and lower the risk of flare-ups.
Is COPD fatal?
Yes, COPD can be serious and may shorten life expectancy, especially when severe or untreated. Many people manage it for years with treatment, monitoring and support.
What is a COPD flare-up?
A COPD flare-up is a sudden worsening of symptoms such as breathlessness, cough or mucus. It may need prompt medical treatment, and severe breathing difficulty needs urgent help.
Take control of your COPD journey
Ask questions, track your flare-ups, and see what works for people who understand what you're going through with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Let's get you startedWhat is Loops?
Loops is a health companion for people living with a chronic condition. It pools real world data and success stories from people with the same condition, so you can see which treatments, changes, and habits actually work. You can ask Charlie, our AI, questions, track how you feel, and prepare for your appointments.
How does Loops help me?
You can chat with Charlie, who knows your history and learns from others in the same boat, track your flare-ups and good days, and create a report and questions tailored to you to bring to your doctor. You can also choose to be invited to paid studies and research opportunities.
Is Loops actually free?
Yes. Creating an account and using Loops to ask questions, track how you feel and prepare for appointments is free.
Is Loops medical advice?
No. Loops shares patient-sourced insights and general information to help you understand your condition and what has worked for others. It does not diagnose or treat anything and is not a substitute for a clinician, so please talk to your doctor about decisions regarding your health.
Is my info private?
Yes. Your logs and stories are shared anonymously to help others with the same condition, and we never share your name or email. You decide what is shared, you can turn sharing off in your profile at any time, and you can delete your account and data whenever you like.