Smoking is the leading cause of emphysema.
Wheezing Bluish coloration to the skin resulting from inadequate oxygenation of the blood Emphysema patients may also suffer from numerous other difficulties, including excessive fatigue, dizziness, insomnia, anxiety and irritability, excessive weight loss, and swollen feet. First and foremost, smoking cessation is the most critical aspect of managing emphysema. In LVRS, a surgeon removes up to 30 percent of the emphysematous lung tissue on the theory that breathing capacity will be improved. NETT is currently enrolling patients diagnosed with emphysema into a clinical research study intended to determine whether LVRS is effective. Read more about the history and details of the procedure.