Who Does Emphysema Affect the Body?

Emphysema primarily affects the lungs but can also affect other organs and systems, including the heart, muscles, and circulatory system, as the disease progresses. Depending on the stage of the disease and other factors, the symptoms of emphysema may include:3.

Who is affected by emphysema?

Emphysema is most common in men between the ages of 50 and 70.

Who is most at risk for emphysema?

Who is at risk for emphysema?
  • Smoking. This the main risk factor. ...
  • Long-term exposure to other lung irritants, such as secondhand smoke, air pollution, and chemical fumes and dusts from the environment or workplace.
  • Age. Most people who have emphysema are at least 40 years old when their symptoms begin.
  • Genetics.
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