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Why do alveoli die in emphysema?

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∙ 15y ago
Updated: 9/7/2023

Destruction of alveoli reduces the surface area for gas exchange

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What is emphyesma?

Emphysema is the breakdown of alveoli.


What is destruction of the alveoli?

The lungs will not be able to process enough oxygen to keep the body working, and the person will die unless given supplemental oxygen. Emphysema (damaged alveoli) is a progressively debilitating disease.


What disease is referred to the destruction of the alveoli?

Emphysema.


What is a condition in which the alveoli in the lungs break?

emphysema


Is it true Emphysema is distinguished by permanent shrinkage of the alveoli?

False, its permanenst enlargment of the alveoli.


Inability of alveoli to contract because of elasticity?

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 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.


Is Emphysema a disease that destroys the alveoli in your lungs?

yes, yes it is


Which disorder in which the alveoli in the lungs can no longer function properly?

emphysema

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