81. Emphysema - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Emphysema emphysema is a type of COPD marked by a permanent enlargement of the airways. It is accompanied by destruction of the walls of the alveoli, the air cells of the lungs where http://copd.about.com/od/whatisemphysema/a/emphysema.htm

zWASL=1;zGRH=1 zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zDO=0 Home Health COPD COPD Search COPD Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Daily Life ... Share w(x2+zWl+'?p=1" zT="18/1[N" rel="nofollow">Print') Free COPD Newsletter! Sign Up Discuss in my Forum Emphysema Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Emphysema By Deborah Leader, RN , About.com Guide Updated January 17, 2010 About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by the Medical Review Board See More About: causes of emphysema symptoms of emphysema treatments for emphysema prevention of emphysema ... quitting smoking Smoking is the #1 Cause of Emphysema zSB(3,3) Emphysema is a common type of COPD in which the alveoli, or air sacs of the lungs, become damaged causing them to enlarge and burst. Because the air sacs are the cells in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged, damage in this area makes it difficult for people with emphysema to expel air from their lungs. This causes a build up of carbon dioxide in the body. Emphysema is an irreversible, end-stage process that progresses slowly over many years. Currently, there is no cure, but treatment of emphysema may improve quality of life. Statistics In 2005, 3.8 million people in the United States were diagnosed with emphysema. Of those, 54.4% were male and 45.6% were female.

82. AikenPulmonary.com Provides information on services offered and education for treatments of Asthma, Lung Disease, emphysema, Sleep Apnea, and other breathing conditions. http://www.aikenpulmonary.com/

83. Emphysema emphysema — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of this serious lung disorder. http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/emphysema/DS00296.html

84. Lung And Sleep Disorders - Lung And Sleep Clinic Of Alaska, Inc. Treats sleep disorders and respiratory problems, such as insomnia, apnea, allergies, asthma, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, emphysema and chronic bronchitis. http://www.lungandsleep.com/

For two years running, Dr. William "Bill" Lucht has been nationally recognized with the 2008 and now the 2009 "Patient's Choice" award, in recognition of physicians making a difference in peoples' lives. Dr Lucht would live to thank all of his patients for their generous support. Prescription Assistance Program FDA Study shows increase in cardiovascular events Dr Lucht welcomes new staff A.W.A.K.E. Support Group Meeting Schedule ... Breathing/Lung Disorders Allergy, Asthma, Emphysema, more. Learn More Cancer There are many treatment options for Lung Cancer, yet early detection and smoking cessation are key. Learn More Sleep Apnea A syndrome where people have trouble breathing at night. Learn More Insomnia, meaning “no sleep” in Latin. Learn More Narcolepsy Damage related to wakefullness and alertness.

85. American Lung Association In California - American Lung Association Working to prevent lung disease and promote lung health with educational programs about air quality, smoking, tobacco use, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis and tuberculosis. http://www.californialung.org/

86. MUSC - Alpha-1 Foundation - Alpha-1 Research Program Database of individuals with Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency, a genetic disorder associated with pulmonary emphysema and liver disease. Includes participant benefits, a bulletin board, and recent findings. http://www.musc.edu/alphaoneregistry/

Concerned about the confidentiality of your test results for Alpha-1? Find out about the free Alpha-1 Coded Testing ( ACT ) Trial. ACT test kit requests may be made here. Help find a cure for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency by enrolling in the Alpha-1 Research Registry. ENROLL NOW For a complete listing of educational and program materials about Alpha-1 click here Investigators use the Alpha-1 Research Registry as a research tool. All Research Registry Updates are available for download now! Last updated: September 10, 2010 Alpha-1 Research Program Home Links Contact Program Overview ... Site Index

87. Casper Attorney Chose His Own 'final Exit' An article about Jim Fagan, who suffered from emphysema, and his determination to hasten his death. http://trib.com/news/local/article_784dd444-f89b-56bc-81a4-f404a1c238c1.html

Casper attorney chose his own 'final exit' Login Register Subscribe ... Home QUICK CLICKS: Print Ads Mobile Apps Customer Service Contact Us ... Casper News Casper attorney chose his own 'final exit' Story Discussion Casper attorney chose his own 'final exit' MATTHEW VAN DUSEN Star-Tribune staff writer trib.com Posted: Sunday, February 16, 2003 12:00 am Font Size: Default font size Larger font size tweetmeme_style = 'compact';tweetmeme_source = 'cstribune'; Share For years, Jim Fagan talked to friends and family about choosing the time and means of his own death. The Casper attorney believed both politically and personally in an individual's right to die, family members say, and on Wednesday morning, he took his own life. "He believed that this was one of those things that people had the right to do," said Lita Fagan, Jim's ex-wife. Fagan, who was 76, suffered from emphysema, a progressive lung disease that causes breathlessness, and also had artificial hips that prevented him from walking. Lita Fagan said his quality of life had decreased considerably and he did not want to go to a nursing home. He talked to his family at length about the decision and toward the end of his life, Lita Fagan recalled, "He said, 'I want out. I want out.'"

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