Patient's question:
I currently have mild emphysema and haven't taken any medication before. Now that I'm experiencing some symptoms, I'm considering taking medication, but I'm not sure if it's appropriate.，
Do you recommend medication for mild emphysema?
Doctor's answer:
Emphysema refers to a disease state where the elasticity of the airways at the terminal bronchioles of patients decreases, and they become over-inflated, filled with air, or accompanied by destruction of the airway walls. Due to pollution in the social environment, more and more patients are developing emphysema. This disease has a slow onset and is often accompanied by chronic cough. It is recommended that if symptoms such as difficulty breathing occur, patients should seek medical attention promptly. Examples include jujubes, grapefruits, tomatoes, and bell peppers; foods rich in calcium can enhance the anti-allergic ability of the trachea.