Emphysema is a lung condition often caused by smoking, leading to damage of the air sacs, which can make it difficult to breathe. The stages of emphysema are determined by symptoms and breathing tests ...

Surgical emphysema is another term for subcutaneous emphysema. It occurs when air or gas enters the subcutaneous tissue, which is the deepest layer of the skin. People can develop surgical emphysema ...

Chronic emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) caused by damage to the air sacs in the lungs. Although there is no cure, you can manage the disease with lifestyle changes ...