Causes of Emphysema
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
7. Pollution
In big cities, many people will be inhaling air that has been heavily polluted from factory emissions, exhaust from vehicles, and more. This air will often contain chemicals and particles that can be harmful to the lungs when we breathe it in. It can lead to severe health problems in some cases.
People that live in heavily polluted cities are more likely to develop emphysema than those that do not. If you do live in such a city, it may be a good idea to take precautions such as wearing a mask when you go out. Thankfully, efforts are being made worldwide to help reduce pollution emissions.
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