Emphysema is a common condition among smokers that involves progressive damage to the alveoli in the lungs which results to frequent episodes of shortness of breath. The condition is one of the diseases responsible for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Smoking is the main cause of emphysema. It is important to note that the interior […]
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