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Does Emphysema thing can be affects to alcohol?

Emphysema primarily affects the lungs and is most commonly caused by long-term exposure to smoking or air pollutants. While alcohol itself doesn't directly cause emphysema, excessive alcohol consumption can weaken the immune system and exacerbate respiratory problems. Additionally, individuals with emphysema may find it more difficult to breathe and may experience worsened symptoms if they drink alcohol, especially in large amounts. Thus, it's advisable for those with respiratory conditions to limit alcohol intake.


What does emphysema increased by?

Basically smoking, as the most common cause of emphysema is smoking itself.


What does emphysema increase?

Basically smoking, as the most common cause of emphysema is smoking itself.


What does emphysema affect?

It reduces the surface area because it reduces the number of alveolar sacs in a persons lungs.


Which if any of the measurable respiratory volumes would likely be exaggerated in a person who is cardiovascularly fit such as a runner or swimmer?

While it is likely that no respiratory volumes are really considered exaggerated, a better word might be increased. In the case of a person that has cardiovascular fitness the most noticeable increase would likely be in vital capacity.


How does emphysema affect the other systems in the body?

Emphysema (or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects the lungs. The lung tissue loses its elasticity so that when the person exhales or breathes out, only a little bit of air is expelled. This means that there is less space for the oxygen rich air they breathe in, so someone with emphysema never has enough oxygen. They tend to be pale with blue lips and fingernails, and they use extra muscles to help them breathe, such as the muscles in the neck. People with emphysema never have enough oxygen and as all the body systems need oxygen to function properly, the whole body is affected. Emphysema is most often caused by tobacco smoking, but it can be caused through long term exposure to industrial chemicals and toxic dusts.


If you don't smoke how do you get emphysema?

Emphysema is primarily caused by long-term exposure to irritants that damage the lungs, with smoking being the most common risk factor. However, non-smokers can develop emphysema due to factors such as exposure to air pollution, occupational dust and chemicals, and genetic conditions like alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Additionally, chronic respiratory infections can contribute to lung damage over time. It's essential to maintain lung health by avoiding known irritants and seeking medical care for persistent respiratory issues.


Is emphysema linked to smoking?

most definitely.


What major diseases affect the respiratory system?

The respiratory system is the most vulnerable one in the body because it is the one place that blood is closest to the external environment. So, the respiratory system is constantly fighting off bacteria and pollutants.


Can you get emphysema from snorting MS Contin?

Emphysema is primarily caused by long-term exposure to irritants that damage the lungs, with smoking being the most common factor. Snorting MS Contin (a form of morphine) can lead to respiratory issues, but it does not directly cause emphysema. However, the practice can result in lung damage and other serious health complications over time. It's important to avoid misuse of prescription medications to protect overall lung health.


How do you avoid the emphyesema disease?

Well, most cases of Emphysema are caused by smoking, so the best way to prevent Emphysema is to not smoke.


What is the most common form of primary pulmonary cancer?

Emphysema