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Obstructive vs restrictive

by jorgemail93, Jan 22, 2009 03:49PM

Can someone tell me which of these two is reversible, obstructive or restrictive ?

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by zodiacqueen, Jan 22, 2009 06:21PM

It depends on what caused the restrictive or obstructive disorder! Asthma is reversible, and it is an obstructive disorder. COPD is also an obstructive disorder that is not reversible. A restrictive disorder can be stopped sometimes with treatment. Pulmonary fibrosis is an example of a restrictive disorder.

Why not do a search on obstructive and restrictive disorders and you'll be able to see for yourself!

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