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overinflated lungs
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overinflated lungs
by Hollow_Bones, Oct 13, 2008 02:10PM
I saw my doctor 2day who told me the results of my chest xray and it revealed i have overinflated lungs,i smoke (which i've now stopped) and have mild asthma what i want to know is will this go away or is it permanent,my doctor did not elaborate much on this i'm aged thirty.Thanx in advane for any help given.
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish Health, Oct 21, 2008 05:13PM
, Oct 21, 2008 05:13PM
Hyperinflated lungs can occur with either asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is usually reversible. The latter, COPD, is for the most part not reversible but can worsen with exercise. Hyperinflation does not cause damage to the lungs but does contribute to shortness of breath. The observation of hyperventilation should lead to a follow-up with spirometry, before and after bronchodilator, to accurately measure your current lung function.
You made a very important choice to stop smoking. Stick with that decision for a better life, both now and as you get older.
You made a very important choice to stop smoking. Stick with that decision for a better life, both now and as you get older.
