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Basically smoking, as the most common cause of emphysema is smoking itself.
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Is emphysema genetic or inherited?
Emphysema can have genetic components, but it is not typically directly inherited like a Mendelian genetic disorder. Certain genetic factors can increase the likelihood of developing emphysema, particularly in combination with environmental factors like smoking.
Why has your body got bigger now you have emphysema?
If you are on steroids to treat inflammation that causes emphysema, your body can add weight. If you are also retaining fluid from heart disease, your weight can increase.
What is the prefix and suffix for emphysema?
The prefix for emphysema is "emphyse-", and the suffix is "-ma".
What is emphysema nec?
Emphysema not elsewhere classified
Can people with emphysema get brain damage?
Yes, people with emphysema can potentially experience brain damage, primarily due to reduced oxygen supply to the brain. Emphysema impairs lung function, leading to decreased oxygen levels in the blood (hypoxemia), which can affect brain health over time. Chronic hypoxia may contribute to cognitive decline and increase the risk of conditions such as dementia. Regular monitoring and management of oxygen levels are important for individuals with emphysema.
What is the scientific name of emphysema?
Emphysema is the scientific name.
Is emphysema communicable?
yes
What are the origins of emphysema?
Emphysema has been around as long as cigars. Also, Emphysema has benn around for thousands of years, since the Egyptian times. Emphysema was just recently discovered.
When was emphysema found?
by smoking and dirty plice working cause emphysema
Can you survive emphysema?
People do not recover from emphysema, but sometimes they survive for many years, despite having the disease. Eventually emphysema is fatal.
A disease involving the breakdown of the air sacs in the lungs is?
emphysema
Can emphysema be prevented?
Yes, not smoking can prevent emphysema. However, it can not be cured.
