1. Emphysema A description of emphysema, followed by links, clinical trials, associations and technical papers emphysema. emphysema is a chronic disease of the lungs which is characterized by Symptoms of http://emphysema.allbio.org/

Emphysema Emphysema is a chronic disease of the lungs which is characterized by parenchymal destruction distal to the terminal bronchioles. Smoking, air pollution, environmental or occupational hazards, and genetic factors may play a role in this disease. Symptoms of emphysema usually begin with breathing difficulty especially during exhalation, shortness of breath, an enlarged chest, and bluish skin color. Acne Allergy Antibiotics Antioxidants ... Wedding General Information - Overview Emphysema - from Temple University Hospital. Symptoms of Emphysema - by Creighton University School of Medicine. Emphysema - from American Lung Association. Surgery Helps Emphysema Patients Breathe Easier - from Saint Louis University. Emphysema - from Catholic Healthcare West. Emphysema - by Canadian Lung Association. Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema - from St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton. Emphysema - from the Hutchinson Family Encyclopedia. Emphysema, Congenital Lobar - from Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Emphysema - from University of Texas Medical Branch.

2. NEF Home Frame Information about the organization that is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with emphysema, asthma and related diseases. Included are featured articles and resources. http://emphysemafoundation.org/

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3. EFFORTS-Main Website nonprofit organization, formed, funded and operated by patients with the disease,working to promote research for emphysema and related lung diseases. http://www.emphysema.net/bindex.html

Claycomo Plaza * 411 NE US HWY 69 * Claycomo, Mo. 64119 * FAX 816-413-0176 Emphysema (COPD) Takes Your Breath Away ABOUT EFFORTS LIVING WITH COPD ADVOCACY / AWARENESS Welcome About Us About EFFORTS The Origin of EFFORTS Our Official Position Our Official Goals ... Where We are Contributions Remembrances EFFORTS List JOIN EFFORTS List Conduct Guidelines General Posting Guidelines How to manage Email ... View our Archives Complaints Complaint Department Search Search EFFORTS Website Miscellaneous Links Links State Tobacco Settlement Reports Effects Of Tobacco Agreement Still Smoking with Emphysema? ... Quitsters-Stop Smoking Group Everyday Support Learn about COPD/Emphysema Learn about equipment to assist COPD patient. Exercise at Home - NIA Guide Other Exercise info ... New Social Security Info Pub Law Special Interest Patient Surveys Lung Profiler © Treatment Decisions Member Survey- COPD Background Members Personal Pages and Profiles ... Spiriva Users - Member SURVEY 2003 Questions and Answers by Professionals Registered Respiratory Therapists Transtracheal Oxygen Future Research Directions- NHLBI ... House OK's Drug Import Bill Spiriva Latest on Spiriva Full Spiriva Story More Effective drug?

4. EFFORTS Sign-up Page 64119 * FAX 816413-0176 emphysema (COPD) takes your breath away. Learnmore about emphysema (COPD) from folks who are living with it. http://www.emphysema.net/

Claycomo Plaza * 411 NE US HWY 69 * Claycomo, Mo. 64119 * FAX 816-413-0176 Emphysema (COPD) takes your breath away Learn more about Emphysema (COPD) from folks who are living with it If you are looking for more information or support about Emphysema or other Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), you have found the most energetic and comprehensive organization on the web. Be an informed patient. Learn that living with COPD, while a change in lifestyle, is not a death sentence. We currently number 1,504 members representing the U. S. and 25 other countries. BECOME A MEMBER OF EFFORTS Fill in the form below and click on the submit button. If you have a problem, contact efforts-subscribe@home.ease.lsoft.com Please note that fields with an * are required. Sorry but we cannot accept "Hotmail" email addresses... Please note, we are a VERY active list. Email Address* First and Last Name* State* Country* Age* Telephone Number (Optional) Note: If living outside the US, list 'state' as N/A Please choose one*: Patient Medical Professional Title: Other If other, please describe.

5. NATIONAL EMPHYSEMA TREATMENT TRIAL multicenter clinical trial designed to determine the role, safety, and effectivenessof bilateral lung volume reduction surgery in the treatment of emphysema. http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/prof/lung/nett/lvrsweb.htm

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH NATIONAL HEART, LUNG, AND BLOOD INSTITUTE NATIONAL EMPHYSEMA TREATMENT TRIAL (NETT): EVALUATION OF LUNG VOLUME REDUCTION SURGERY FOR EMPHYSEMA What is NETT? What is Emphysema? What is Lung Volume Reduction Surgery? Background and Rationale ... Other Resources What is NETT? Return to Top What is Emphysema? Emphysema is a chronic lung condition that is a major cause of death and disability in the United States. Two million Americans are affected, largely those who are over age 50. With emphysema, breathing becomes difficult as the fine architecture of the lung is destroyed, leading to large holes in the lung, obstruction of the airways, trapping of air, and difficulty exchanging oxygen because of reduced elasticity of the lungs. In the United States, cigarette smoking is by far the most important risk factor for emphysema. Emphysema costs more than $2.5 billion in annual health care expenses and causes or contributes to 100,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Current medical treatments include smoking cessation for those who still smoke, exercise rehabilitation, oxygen therapy for those with low blood oxygen levels, supportive and preventive measures such as flu shots, pneumonia vaccine, medications such as bronchodilators to help open airways, prompt treatment of respiratory infections, and lung transplantation.

6. Breathe Easy - Abnormal Lung Anatomy; Emphysema; What Happens With COPD. emphysema. When you have emphysema, some of the air sacs deep in your lungshave been damaged. A cough may or may not be present with emphysema. http://www.lung.ca/copd/anatomy/emphysema.html

ABNORMAL LUNG ANATOMY What Happens With COPD Emphysema When you have emphysema, some of the air sacs deep in your lungs have been damaged. When the bronchi become irritated, the normal elasticity of the air sacs and the walls of the airways are destroyed. People with emphysema need to forcefully blow the air out in order to empty the lungs. Forcing the air out in this way puts pressure on the airways from the outside, compresses them and causes them to collapse. The walls of the tiny air sacs may even tear. Excessive coughing may cause the airways to collapse as well. MPG Clip (330K): A journey down the collapsing airway passages, and ending in the deteriorating alveoli. As the stretching and tearing of the walls of the air sacs continues, the lungs may become enlarged and less efficient at moving air into the lungs and contaminants out of the lungs. Because the walls of the air sacs are destroyed, there is less surface area available for gas exchange. Damage to the air sacs in the lungs not only results in difficulty breathing, but the heart also has to work harder to circulate blood through the lungs. All these changes make less oxygen available to the body. Emphysema is characterized by a large barrel-shaped chest, a poor air pumping system, and shortness of breath (SOB). In advanced stages, every breath is difficult. A cough may or may not be present with emphysema.

7. MedlinePlus: Emphysema Other health topics A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W XYZ List of All Topics. emphysema. Search MEDLINE for recent research articles on . emphysema General/Overviews. emphysema ( American Lung Association) Also available in Spanish. emphysema primary NIH organization for research on emphysema is the National Heart, Lung, and Blood http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/emphysema.html

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other health topics: A B C D ... List of All Topics Emphysema Contents of this page: General/Overviews Rehabilitation Treatment Organizations ... Statistics Search MEDLINE for recent research articles on Emphysema You may also be interested in these MedlinePlus related pages: Bronchitis COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Lungs and Breathing General/Overviews Emphysema (American Lung Association) Also available in: Spanish Emphysema (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) Clinical Trials ClinicalTrials.gov: Emphysema (National Institutes of Health) National Emphysema Treatment Trial (NETT): Evaluation of Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema (National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute) Disease Management Home Oxygen Therapy (American Association for Respiratory Care) JAMA Patient Page: Assisted Breathing (American Medical Association) Oxygen Therapy (American Lung Association) Rehabilitation Pulmonary Health / Exercise and Care (National Emphysema Foundation) Specific Conditions/Aspects Alpha-1 Related Emphysema (American Lung Association) Emphysema: Can Cold Weather Worsen Symptoms?

8. EMPHYSEMA emphysema. emphysema (emfa-SEE-ma) is a chronic, irreversible lung disease that slowly destroys the air sacs in the lungs. This reduces the elasticity of the lungs and interferes with breathing, making it hard to move air in and out of the lungs. respiratory or cardiac failure. emphysema is usually caused by cigarette smoking and http://www.mtauburn.caregroup.org/htinfo/Health/emphysema.htm

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9. Facts About Emphysema Facts about emphysema. What Is emphysema? emphysema is a condition in which thereis overinflation of structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. http://abrannen.home.mindspring.com/alag/emphysma.htm

Facts about Emphysema What Is Emphysema? Emphysema is a condition in which there is over-inflation of structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. This over-inflation results from a breakdown of the walls of the alveoli, which causes a decrease in respiratory function (the way the lungs work) and often, breathlessness. Early symptoms of emphysema include shortness of breath and cough. How Serious Is Emphysema? Emphysema is a widespread disease of the lungs. In 1987, 2.0 million people in the U.S. had emphysema. It is estimated that 70,000 to 100,000 Americans living today were born with a deficiency of a protein known as alpha I-antitrypsin (AAT) which can lead to an inherited form of emphysema. Emphysema ranks ninth among chronic conditions that contribute to lack of activity: Over 42% of individuals with emphysema report that their daily activities have been limited by the disease. Many of the people with emphysema are older men, but the condition is increasing among women. Males with emphysema outnumber females by 64%.. Causes of Emphysema It is known from scientific research that the normal lung has a remarkable balance between two classes of chemicals with opposing action. The lung also has a system of elastic fibers. The fibers allow the lungs to expand and contract. When the chemical balance is altered, the lungs lose the ability to protect themselves against the destruction of these elastic fibers. This is what happens in emphysema.

10. Every Breath You Take When you or someone you love has been diagnosed with emphysema, knowing that helpis available to counter and control its effects provides solace and hope. http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/1999/299_emph.html

Table of Contents FDA Consumer magazine March-April 1999 Every Breath You Take Preventing and Treating EMPHYSEMA by Carol Lewis We begin life with a breath, and the process continues automatically without a thought. It's only when we can't take a deep breath or, as in Shirley Gooden's case, can't catch our breath at all without effort, that we become aware of how precious easy breathing really is. Gooden, whose breathing is now supplemented with the help of an oxygen tank, was diagnosed with emphysema 14 years ago. Since then, the 68-year-old Bethesda, Md., resident has gradually felt the effects that the debilitating disease has had on her life as well as her lungs. "I'm held back from interacting with my grandchildren, " Gooden says, and like the healthy lungs she used to have, "that's something I can never get back." While it is true that the damage done to Gooden's lungs is not reversible, the disease is manageable, says John S. Saia, M.D., a pulmonary specialist with the Rockville Internal Medicine Group in Maryland, and Gooden's doctor. Saia adds that state-of-the-art medical advances can offer relief from many of the troubling symptoms of emphysema, and help patients breathe easier. What Is Emphysema?

11. Emphysema What is emphysema? emphysema is a condition in which there is overinflationof structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. http://www.mamashealth.com/emphy.asp

Mamashealth.com Home Category Links About Us Allergies Blood Diseases Cancers ... Read Health Books Links Email Mama What is Emphysema? Emphysema is a condition in which there is over-inflation of structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. This over-inflation results from a breakdown of the walls of the alveoli, which causes a decrease in respiratory function and breathlessness. In Emphysema, the lungs loose elasticity and are unable to fully expand and contract. This occurs because the air sacs cannot completely deflate, thus unable to fill with fresh air for adequate ventilation. Emphysema in children is usually caused by congenital abnormalities of the lung and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. In emphysema, the patient can breathe in but breating out is difficult and inefficient. The seriousness of emphysema varies greatly. Some persons never reach a stage of incapacity and go through life with relatively litte inconvenience, while in others, the disease worsens until final degeneration of the ability to breath occurs. Symptoms?

12. National Trial Begins For Controversial Lung Surgery For Emphysema Article from ScienceDaily Magazine about medical researchers investigating whether removing portions of lungs can provide longterm benefit to patients severely disabled. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/1997/12/971208071459.htm

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13. NEF Home Frame About the National emphysema Foundation . Have questions? Visit the emphysema Foundation message board! Since 1971, The National emphysema Foundation (NEF) has worked to improve the quality http://www.emphysemafoundation.org/

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14. Emphysema And Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Online Reference For Health Detailed definition of this disorder with a look at the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, complications and treatment. http://lef.org/protocols/prtcl-046.shtml

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15. EFFORTS Sign-up Page Claycomo Plaza * 411 NE US HWY 69 * Claycomo, Mo. 64119 * FAX 816413-0176 emphysema (COPD) takes your breath away Learn more about emphysema (COPD) from folks who are living with it If you are http://rdre1.inktomi.com/click?u=http://www.emphysema.net/&y=02C5A0006A286F2

16. Copdcbron For a better understanding, it would be best to consider the two most importantconditions that compose COPD Chronic Bronchitis and emphysema. emphysema. http://emphysemafoundation.org/copdcbro.htm

COPD - What is it ? Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing Treatment of COPD COPD - What is it ? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term which refers to a large group of lung diseases which can interfere with normal breathing. It is estimated that 11% of the U.S. population has COPD and incidence is increasing (2). For a better understanding, it would be best to consider the two most important conditions that compose COPD: Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema. Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema Emphysema is a chronic lung disease which affects the alveoli (air sacs) and/or the ends of the smallest bronchi (breathing tubes). The lung loses its elasticity (similar to an overused rubber band), and therefore these areas of the lungs become enlarged. These enlarged areas trap 'stale' air and do not effectively exchange it with fresh air. This results in difficult breathing and may result in insufficient oxygen being delivered to the blood. In some cases, the patients also have difficulty getting rid of a waste gas called carbon dioxide. The predominant symptom in patients with emphysema is shortness of breath. Bullous Disease Bullous disease refers to spaces in the lungs greater than one centimeter in diameter when distended. Bullae can occur as one or many. In bullous disease, the lung structure between the bullae is normal; but in those with C.O.P.D. it may be grossly abnormal. In this condition usually there are no symptoms or signs. Only in advances cases will there be symptoms of shortness of breath on exertion. Occasionally a bulla will rupture and produce a condition called pneumothorax (collapsed lung).

17. WebMD/Lycos Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease Emphysema And Chronic Bronchitis Causes, diagnosis, and treatment. http://webmd.lycos.com/content/dmk/dmk_article_40023

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18. Emphysema The Lung Association/L association pulmonaire. emphysema is not curable, but it canbe treated. Something can be done about emphysema today. Who gets emphysema? http://www.lung.ca/diseases/emphysema.html

Emphysema is not curable, but it can be treated. Those who have it can be helped to live with it. It is a destructive disease for thousands of Canadians and their families. Over 1100 people die of it as a major cause each year. Something can be done about emphysema today. Who gets Emphysema? Persons with emphysema are, for the most part, males between 50 and 70 years old. Women get emphysema, too, but so far, not as often as men. However these statistics are changing as women are starting to smoke more, and at an earlier age. A very high percentage of the people who have emphysema smoke cigarettes and have been heavy smokers for many years. Frequently, they live in areas where air pollution is a constant problem. Some people are born with a lack of a substance called alpha-1 antitrypsin. This makes them more likely than others to get emphysema and at an earlier age. How it Attacks A person with emphysema doesn’t develop the disease suddenly. It comes on gradually. He or she has probably had several very bad colds each winter for the past few years, each accompanied by a heavy cough, and often with chronic bronchitis. The cough often persists between colds and becomes chronic. The thing that usually brings the patient to the doctor is that he or she has begun to feel short of breath on exertion in morning or evening or both. The patient may think he or she has asthma or heart disease.

19. COPPER In ARTHRITIS, HERNIATED DISCS, ANEURYSMS, And HEMORRHOIDS A detailed and referenced opinion on copper nutrition and physiology as they pertain to hemorrhoids, slipped discs, aneurisms, emphysema, infection, arthritis, and maybe gray hair. http://members.tripod.com/~charles_W/copper.html

CURE ANEURYSMS, SLIPPED DISCS and HEMORRHOIDS with COPPER by Charles Weber This is a discussion of copper physiology and nutrition especially as pertaining to treatment of arthritis, hemorrhoids, emphysema, anemia, and maybe gray hair. Page 1. - copper physiology, elastin tissue, copper enzymes, diabetes, potassium, superoxide, cortisol and corticosterone. Page 2. - cortisol, ceruloplasmin, copper in the diet. Page 3. - copper sources, milk, copper for babies, interfering food, copper toxicity, affect on society. Potassium nutrition sites are shown at end of article. If you do not know the meaning of a word in this article, for a definition click on http://www.m-w.com (Mirriam-Webster). For unknown words also see the On-Line Medical Dictionary See this site (for a summary of potassium and copper nutrition) INTRODUCTION I have previously proposed that rheumatoid arthritis is accentuated by losses of potassium in our food supply and is largely a chronic potassium deficiency [Weber 1974] which causes alterations inside the cell of free amino acids [Iacobellis], interference by sodium with enzymes inside the cell as a result of the increased sodium there [Rubini], alterations of the potassium-sodium regulating hormone patterns which then affect other physiological processes, or some combination of these. I have come to believe that a disturbance of copper metabolism is the most serious symptom of these other processes. The aspect of copper physiology which is most potentially dangerous is its role in activating lysyl oxidase, the enzyme which cross links collagen and elastin connecting tissue [Sandberg, et al]. Copper's effect on elastin is especially important because elastin gains its strength primarily from cross linking [Carnes1971(discusses copper aminases)] and because elastin is the main material of several important organs, which include blood vessels, spinal discs, lungs, and skin [Carnes, 1977]. 4 to 6 of 100 Americans autopsied died of a ruptured aneurysm and 40% of them had unruptured aneurysms [from a dead URL]. This relationship may be a large part of the reduction in aneurysms which increased potassium produces.

20. Emphysema emphysema. From the American Lung Association. What Is emphysema? emphysema is a condition in which there is overinflation of structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. http://www.cheshire-med.com/programs/pulrehab/emphysema.html

Emphysema From the American Lung Association What Is Emphysema? Emphysema is a condition in which there is over-inflation of structures in the lungs known as alveoli or air sacs. This over-inflation results from a breakdown of the walls of the alveoli, which causes a decrease in respiratory function (the way the lungs work) and often, breathlessness. Early symptoms of emphysema include shortness of breath and cough. How Serious Is Emphysema? Emphysema is a widespread disease of the lungs. In 1993, 1.9 million people in the U.S. had emphysema. It is estimated that 50,000 to 100,000 Americans living today were born with a deficiency of a protein known as alpha 1-antitrypsin (AAT) which can lead to an inherited form of emphysema. Emphysema ranks 15th among chronic conditions that contribute to activity limitations: over 43 percent of individuals with emphysema report that their daily activities have been limited by the disease. Many of the people with emphysema are older men, but the condition is increasing among women. Males with emphysema outnumber females by 22 percent.

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