1. Colby Smith Griffin Bentley

2.  Long-term exposure to pollutants that irritate the alveoli such as:  Tobacco Smoke  Asbestos  Pollution  Coal Dust  Chemical Fumes.

3.  SOB (shortness of breath)  “Barrel" Chest  Cough that does not produce sputum  High-pitched sound of wheezing  Orthopnea (difficulty breathing or inability to catch breath while laying down)  Fatigue  Weight loss/ loss of appetite.

4.  Stop Smoking  Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapy  Oxygen Therapy  Inhaler Therapy  LVRS (Lung Volume Reduction Surgery).