Patient's question:
Grandma hasn't been feeling well recently. After a thorough examination, it was found that she has emphysema. I want to know if emphysema is a serious disease? Can emphysema heal on its own? Besides that, if one has emphysema, what should they pay attention to?Doctor's answer:
Generally, most people can recover on their own. Sufficient rest is necessary, and one should avoid getting cold or consuming overly spicy foods. Emphysema is a challenging condition to treat, often resulting from repeated episodes of chronic bronchitis. Symptomatic treatment can be applied. If an infection is present, antibiotics should be used. Regular exercise is beneficial for enhancing lung capacity and aiding recovery, but excessive activity should be avoided, as well as inhaling harmful air. Currently, the only method is medication to reduce symptoms.