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Emphysema is a lung disease where the air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) are destroyed, reducing lung function. It is usually caused by long-term smoking and develops over many years. The main symptoms are shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. Diagnosis involves lung function tests and chest x-rays. Treatment focuses on quitting smoking, medications to open airways, oxygen therapy in severe cases, and lifestyle changes to help breathing. The goals are to improve quality of life and slow disease progres
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- Gabbii Cinco
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