Emphysema at 40

I'm a 40 yr. old female- just diagnosed with very mild emphysema. We found out only by my persistence. I asked my primary doctor for a chest xray because of my 22 yr smoking history. The xray showed 2 spots on the lungs. A CT scan was ordered which showed the emphysema. Subsequent basic spirometry showed FVC 94% of predicted, FEV1 at 85%, and FEV1/FVC at 90%. Doctor says the slight amount of emphysema does not justify the obstruction. He was surprised I noticed a change in my breathing at all. The numbers he is concerned with as well are FEF 25% is 106% of predicted, FEF 75% is 42%, and FEF 25-75% is 61%. He is certain there is something else causing my breathing obstruction. We will do complete spirometry next week but for now I am looking for some answers as to whether these values suggest bronchitis, asthma, or any other condition I may have in combination with the emphysema. Thanks in advance for your time.

[pete3867]

yer best bet is to just wait until the doc gives you an explanation, as long as you quit smoking you should be ok