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Spirometry results essentially normal spirometry. hyperinflation questionable the single breath diffusing capacity is moderately impaired. copd?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Possible: A reduced DLCO/Va points to damage or scarring in the lung tissue and emphysema (especially if you have been a smoker) or other interstitial lung diseases may be the cause. The normal lung function however is not compatible with COPD but then I don't understand what you meant by hyperinflation in the presence of normal lung function test. See a pulmonologist.

Answered 5/12/2016

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