Emphysema
| Emphysema | |
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| Term | Emphysema |
| Short definition | emollient (eh-MOL-ee-unt) A substance that helps to soothe, soften and increase moisture levels, particularly in the skin. Emollients can be used in a lotion, cream, ointment or gel to prevent or treat dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and other skin problems such as rashes or burns. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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Emphysema - (pronounced) (EMP-fuh-ZEE-muh) A condition affecting the alveoli (tiny air sacs) of the lungs. The transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs takes place in the walls of the alveoli. In emphysema, the alveoli become abnormally inflated, damaging their walls and making breathing difficult. People who smoke or have chronic bronchitis have an increased risk of emphysema. Emphysema is a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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