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If i had a ct scan and the told me i was showing signs of mild emphysema, does that mean i have it? is my prognosis good?

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Emphysema : if you have mild emphysema and follow your lung doctors' recommendations carefully especially not smoking, you can do well

Answered 7/4/2019

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A member asked:

If i had a ct scan and the told me i was showing signs of mild emphysema, does that mean i have it? is my prognosis good?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

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