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A member asked:
My dad was diagnosed with emphysema at 40, and he is 55 now and still smoking. how long does he have?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Depends on severity: It depends on the severity of emphysema and other comorbid conditions.
Answered 3/26/2013
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PFTs: Will tell more about his prognosis. Should be performed in a high quality lab.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Varies...: There are so many variables involved that it cannot be predicted for an individual. His mortality rate will be higher if he continues to smoke so he needs to quit asap! if his oxygen level in his blood is low enough to warrant supplemental oxygen, then wearing oxygen will decrease mortality rate. The rest of the therapies will control symptoms.
Answered 12/24/2014
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