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Is copd more genetic or environmental? my grandpa had copd but was a 2 pack a day cigarette smoker from age 15 to 70
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Usually caused by: things in the air you breathe, such as cigarette smoke, asbestos silica, etc. But there are certain genetic conditions such as cystic fibrosis that can end up with copd.
Answered 4/1/2016
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