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Definitions of emphysema in various dictionaries:
noun - an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function
A pathological condition of the lungs marked by an abnormal increase in the size of the air spaces, resulting in labored breathing and an increased susceptibility to infection.
An abnormal distention of body tissues caused by retention of air.
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| The gas-exchanging tissues of the lungs are destroyed in this lung disease |
| (Kelly of the Clue Crew shows two sponges.) A sponge with larger holes can't absorb as much water the same way that this chronic disease affects the lungs, making the alveoli larger, but less efficient, at taking in oxygen |
| In a few cases Jepolax may destroy alveoli, leading to this lung disease that includes short wind |
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| a condition in which the air sacs of the lungs are damaged and enlarged, causing breathlessness. |
| an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age |
| A pathological condition of the lungs marked by an abnormal increase in the size of the air spaces, resulting in labored breathing and an increased susceptibility to infection. It can be caused by irreversible expansion of the alveoli or by the destruction of alveolar walls. |
| An abnormal distention of body tissues caused by retention of air. |
| A condition in which the air sacs of the lungs are damaged and enlarged, causing breathlessness. |
| A condition in which air is abnormally present within the body tissues. |
| a condition in which the small sacs ( spaces) in the lungs become filled with too much air, causing breathing difficulties and heart problems: |
| a condition in which some parts within the lungs become stretched, causing breathing difficulties |
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| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a type of obstructive lung disease characterized by long-term breathing problems and poor airflow. The main symptoms include shortness of breath and cough with sputum production. COPD is a progressive disease, meaning it typically worsens over time. Eventually everyday activities, such as walking or getting dressed, become difficult. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are older terms used for different types of COPD. The term "chronic bronchitis" is still used to define a productive cough that is present for at least three months each year for two years.Tobacco smoking is the most common cause of COPD, with factors such as air pollution and genetics playing a smaller role. In the developing world, one of the common sources of air pollution is poorly vented heating and cooking fires. Long-term exposure to these irritants causes an inflammatory response in the lungs, resulting in narrowing of the small airways and breakdown of lung tissue. Th |