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you have loss of breath and can couse heart attacks or strokes. You do not die of the disease itself you die because of the effect it has on you. this disease is permanent
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What are the effects of emphysema?
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What is smoking and its effects?
Smoking can cause emphysema, heart disease, and cancer.
What body system does emphysema effect?
it effects the respiratory system (the lungs)
What are 3 long term effects of smoking?
Having reoccurring Bronchitis, emphysema, and lung cancer
What has the author Earl O Dickinson written?
Earl O. Dickinson has written: 'The effects of tryptophan on bovine lungs' -- subject(s): Diseases, Emphysema, Pulmonary, Pulmonary Emphysema, Respiratory organs, Tryptophan
What are two harmful effects from smoking?
Harmful effects from smoking include: Lung cancer Emphysema Smoker's cough Staining of teeth Lip cancer Nicotine addiction
Which organ is associated with the disease emphysema?
The lungs are the primary organ affected by emphysema.
What does emphysema affect?
It reduces the surface area because it reduces the number of alveolar sacs in a persons lungs.
Can the effects of emphysema be reversed?
Emphysema is mostly managed. But in case of deficiency of a particular type of enzyme, called alpha-1-antitrypsin, enzyme replacement therapies are often helpful. Cessation of smoking is one of the most effective changes that can be brought, which help in managing emphysema to great extents.
How emphysema has effect your body?
C.O.P.D effects your body greatly. It blocks the airways of the lungs with thick mucus, making it difficult for the sufferer to breathe
What is the prefix and suffix for emphysema?
prefix for emphysema
What is emphysema nec?
Emphysema not elsewhere classified
