A member asked:

I have mild emphysema without treatment do you know how fast it can progress i don't have insurance but i do seem to get out of breath really easy?

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Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not just mild: If you only have mild emphysema you should not get out of breath easily At your age, unless you are very obese you should have a lot of breathing reserve. Causes for your breathing are accompanying other lung disease (asthma, thickening in the lung) or a heart problem. Stay away from places and from activities where you get short of breath. Find a MD or clinic that will work with your budget.

Answered 4/15/2015

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Severe!: This is very dangerous at your age! YOU MUST SEE A LUNG SPECIALIST! Ask for alpha one antitrypsin level. No reason to delay. Good luck

Answered 1/2/2016

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