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Emphysema By: Jerrid, Andy, Simon

What is emphysema Emphysema is a disease in the lungs. Emphysema is a set of diseases where the flow of air in the lungs is blocked.

Causes The most common reason of getting emphysema is caused by smoking it can also be cause by other diseases of have no cause at all. - tobacco smoking - marijuana smoking - air pollution

Symptoms You’re short of breath Your lips or fingernails turn blue or grey Your not mentally alert It can take years before noticing any signs or symptoms of having emphysema.

Treatments Emphysema cant be cured. But there are treatments and medications to help relieve symptoms. Such as medication like bronchodilators to help relieve coughing Also inhaled steroids to help relieve shortness of breath.

Interesting facts Did you know that there is an estimated that 24 million people in the United States are suffering from emphysema right now. Also did you know something as simple as an infection of the lung’s tissues or one within the respiratory tract can be enough to create emphysema.