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A 45-year-old female asked:

chest x-ray says there is pulmonary hyperinflation. conclusion: copd. does this mean i have copd? ive had weight loss, fatigue, weakness.

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Rheumatology 52 years experience

See details: Are you a smoker? If so, COPD is likely. If you have never smoked it is less likely. If concerned, see a pulmonologist.

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