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Pft shows air trapping & hyperinflation (rv/tlc 44%) but spiro normal. only sx is sob on exertion. out of shape, fat, vape - -told if i quit & exercise it will improve. no gene testing or ct. do i need to be worried? could small airways get better?
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If you have not seen a pulmonologist you should see one. If you did and you had that explanation I do think you need a second opinion with another pulmonologist in a tertiary care center. Obese people do not have high TLC and RV.
Answered 1/9/2023
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