Emphysema is a chronic lung disease affecting over 3 million Americans. It's one of two main conditions in COPD, along with chronic bronchitis. Disease causes air sacs in lungs to become damaged beyond repair
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Emphysema is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease causing permanent lung air space enlargement. Three types exist: centriacinar, panacinar, and paraseptal. Most cases result from cigarette smoke exposure
Almost 3,900 teens under 18 smoke for the first time daily. Smoking rates have decreased since military ration restrictions in 1970s. Teen smoking is on the rise despite societal changes
Emphysema damages alveoli walls, causing them to narrow and collapse. The condition cannot be cured, but symptoms can be managed. Symptoms typically appear after age 40 when 50% of lung tissue is destroyed
Emphysema is permanent enlargement of air spaces in body tissues. Most commonly affects lungs, causing permanent alveolar wall breakdown. Usually affects middle aged or older population. Can be caused by tobacco smoking or alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency