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What is lupus emphysema? and can lupus have systums that look like emphysema
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May be confusion?: Lupus can affect the respiratory system in a variety of ways, but I am not clear what is meant by this phrase "lupus emphysema" and suspect that there may be a misunderstanding here. Lupus can be associated with inflammatory reactions of the lung tissue or lining of the lung, lung scarring ("fibrosis"), or diaphragm. A consultation with a pulmonologist (lung specialist) may be needed to clarify.
Answered 3/26/2013
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No: Lupus and emphysema are two very different diseases. One can have both at the same time, and also sometimes either one of them may cause fibrotic, or scarring changes on the x-ray that may be confused.
Answered 12/29/2022
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