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Emphysema is mostly managed. But in case of deficiency of a particular type of enzyme, called alpha-1-antitrypsin, enzyme replacement therapies are often helpful. Cessation of smoking is one of the most effective changes that can be brought, which help in managing emphysema to great extents.
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∙ 12y agoThere is no medical cure for emphysema. However, you can slow down it's progress and make your condition improve by quitting smoking. That is, if you acquired it from smoking.
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∙ 7y agoNo, emphysema is chronic and progressive. The disease never goes away, but usually worsens.
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A disease of the lungs that can't be reversed?
Emphysema cannot be reversed.
How is emphysema treated in alternative medicine?
Damage to the lungs as a result of emphysema cannot be reversed, so preventative measures to limit its progression are essential. The following measures and treatments are regarded as beneficial for emphysema sufferers.
What are the effects of emphysema?
Difficulty with breathing and talkingType your answer here...
What is characterized anatomically as the permanent abnormal enlargement of distal airway spaces and destruction of the alveolar walls?
Emphysema. The alveolar walls are destroyed and replaced with scar tissue, which cannot allow diffusion of oxygen from the alveolus to the capillary. It cannot be reversed.
What is smoking and its effects?
Smoking can cause emphysema, heart disease, and cancer.
What are 3 long term effects of smoking?
Having reoccurring Bronchitis, emphysema, and lung cancer
What body system does emphysema effect?
it effects the respiratory system (the lungs)
What has the author Earl O Dickinson written?
Earl O. Dickinson has written: 'The effects of tryptophan on bovine lungs' -- subject(s): Diseases, Emphysema, Pulmonary, Pulmonary Emphysema, Respiratory organs, Tryptophan
What are two harmful effects from smoking?
Harmful effects from smoking include: Lung cancer Emphysema Smoker's cough Staining of teeth Lip cancer Nicotine addiction
Is The anatomical effects of acromegaly can usually be reversed by surgically removing the tumor from the anterior pituitary?
This is false
When you melt sugar could you turn it back to sugar?
No. When there is a chemical change, the effects cannot be reversed.
Can the anatomical effects of acromegaly can usually be reversed by surgically removing the tumor from the anterior pituitary?
This is false
