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... Emphysema is a lung disease that involves damage to the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs. The air sacs are unable to completely deflate, and are therefore unable to fill with fresh air to ensure adequate oxygen supply to the body.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000136.htm#Def...
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000136.htm#Definition
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Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) involving damage to the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs. As a result, your body does not get the oxygen it needs. Emphysema makes it hard to catch your breath.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/emphysema.html
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/emphysema.html
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Emphysema — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of this serious lung disorder. ... Emphysema is a factor in the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that limits the flow of air when you breathe out. Emphysema occurs when the air sacs at the ends of...
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www.mayoclinic.com/health/emphysema/DS00296
www.mayoclinic.com/health/emphysema/DS00296
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Emphysema - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Emphysema (pronounced /ˌɛmfɨˈziːmə/ ) is a lung disease, characterized by an abnormal, permanent enlargement of air spaces distal to the terminal bronchioles. The disease is coupled with the de...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emphysema
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Emphysema and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are related lung conditions that are caused by many years of cigarette smoking ( ... National Emphysema Foundation aims to improve the quality of life of patients with emphysema, chronic obstructive lung disease, asthma and related lung diseases with information...
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www.emphysemafoundation.org/
www.emphysemafoundation.org/
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Emphysema is a long-term, progressive disease of the lung that primarily causes shortness of breath. In people with emphysema, the lung tissues necessary to support the physical shape and function ... ... Emphysema Overview...
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www.emedicinehealth.com/emphysema/article_em.htm
www.emedicinehealth.com/emphysema/article_em.htm
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COPD/Emphysema patient Group ... Learn how to live with COPD/Emphysema ... Learn more about Emphysema (COPD) from folks who are living with it; Daily e-mail discussions with folks with the disease, medical folks too.
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www.emphysema.net/
www.emphysema.net/
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