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How has emphysema increased in the US?
The more cigarettes produced and smoked, the more cases of Emphysema are reported. But, half the cases of Emphysema are second-hand smoke.
What is barrel chest in emphysema?
Increased vital capacity
Is increased size of alveoli harmful?
yes and its indicative of emphysema.
What happens to blood gases in a patient with emphysema?
Decreased Oxygen, increased CO2, Acidosis
What causes diminished breath sounds in emphysema?
The person's lungs are not moving air well in emphysema. Also irritants cause increased production of phlegm, which can reduce air movement, hence, diminished breath sounds.
Which organ is associated with the disease emphysema?
The lungs are the primary organ affected by emphysema.
Can having emphysema cause seizures?
During the usual course of emphysema, a person who has never had seizures before will not have any seizures. A person could or might have a seizure if they experience a severe impairment in the ability to breathe--such as if they contracted pneumonia on top of the emphysema--and had even less O2. But generally, emphysema is just a chronic lung disease characterized by inflammation, increased phlegm and coughing, and impaired gas exchange.
You are 50 and have mild emphysema from smoking-you stopped smoking 6 years agoWill your emphysema get worse or will it stay as it is ie mild breathlessness?
Emphysema is a chronic long-term disease that blocks air way to lungs, meaning it will continue to affect the person by giving them shortness of breath. A treatment to Emphysema is to quit smoking as mentioned above, and then there are medications like Bronchodilators which improve the construction of the airways. So unless they keep smoking, no Emphysema can not worsen and can even be improved.
How are copd and emphysema different?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a broad term that encompasses several lung conditions, primarily chronic bronchitis and emphysema, which cause airflow obstruction. Emphysema specifically refers to the destruction of the alveoli (air sacs) in the lungs, leading to decreased oxygen exchange and increased breathlessness. While all patients with emphysema have COPD, not all COPD patients have emphysema, as some may primarily have chronic bronchitis characterized by chronic cough and mucus production. Essentially, emphysema is a subtype of COPD focused on structural changes in the lungs.
What happenes to vc and TLC in severe emphysema?
In severe emphysema, vital capacity (VC) is typically reduced due to the destruction of alveoli, leading to decreased lung elasticity and air trapping. Total lung capacity (TLC) may be increased as a result of hyperinflation, where the lungs become overly distended, allowing for more air to remain in the lungs even after exhalation. This combination of reduced VC and increased TLC reflects the impaired respiratory mechanics characteristic of emphysema.
Is emphysema a tumor?
No, emphysema is not a form of cancer. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that is characterized by the destruction of the air sacs (alveoli) in the lungs. This leads to difficulty breathing, as the damaged air sacs are unable to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide effectively. Emphysema is usually caused by long-term exposure to irritants, such as tobacco smoke, pollution, and chemical fumes. It is a progressive disease, which means that it gets worse over time. While emphysema does not directly cause cancer, people with emphysema are at increased risk of developing lung cancer due to the damage caused to their lungs by the disease. Additionally, smoking is a major risk factor for both emphysema and lung cancer.
What is the prefix and suffix for emphysema?
The prefix for emphysema is "emphyse-", and the suffix is "-ma".
