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I have Emphysema

The main reason I quit smoking was that I have been diagnosed with Stage II Bullous Emphysema. Lots of people like to call it COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It does sound nicer and it is a term that includes many different diseases or conditions. The two main forms of COPD is emphysema and chronic bronchitis, but it is a blanket term that covers any disease that makes it difficult to breath. Therefore, I say I have Emphysema and smoking was a definite factor in that, but not the only factor for me. However, not every smoker gets it and not every non-smoker is immune. there are many different factors and ways to contract the disease.

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Emphysema Foundation For Our Right To Survive

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