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The alveoli are like plump grapes that are empty inside. They need the plump surface area for capillaries to wrap around them, so Red Blood Cells can trade oxygen molecules for carbon dioxide molecules. But in emphysema, the alveoli collapse. Surface area shrinks. The person cannot get good O2. The body starts to rely on increased CO2 (rather than low O2) to regulate when to breathe.
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What is emphyesma?
Emphysema is the breakdown of alveoli.
What is a condition in which the alveoli in the lungs break?
emphysema
What disease is referred to the destruction of the alveoli?
Emphysema.
Is it true Emphysema is distinguished by permanent shrinkage of the alveoli?
False, its permanenst enlargment of the alveoli.
Why do alveoli die in emphysema?
Destruction of alveoli reduces the surface area for gas exchange
Inability of alveoli to contract because of elasticity?
Emphysema
Hyperinflation of alveoli with damage to alveolar walls?
Emphysema
When walls of alveoli deteriorate and lose their elasticity?
Emphysema.
Is the a cure for emphysema and why?
There is no cure for emphysema. The alveoli become damaged; they collapse so gas exchange is reduced.
Is Emphysema a disease that destroys the alveoli in your lungs?
yes, yes it is
Is increased size of alveoli harmful?
yes and its indicative of emphysema.
What are the air sacs that merge in emphysema called?
They are called alveoli.
