⚡Mnemonic⚡: Risk Factors For Emphysema

Mnemonic :  EMPHYSEMA

E – Exposure to Cigarette Smoke: Smoking is a major risk factor for emphysema.

M – Male Gender: Men are at a higher risk for developing emphysema.

P – Pulmonary Infections: Repeated lung infections can contribute to emphysema.

H – Hereditary Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: A genetic factor that increases emphysema risk.

Y – Years of Smoking: The longer you smoke, the greater the risk of emphysema.

S – Secondhand Smoke Exposure: Even non-smokers exposed to secondhand smoke are at risk.

E – Environmental Toxins (Occupational Exposure): Exposure to certain workplace toxins can increase the risk.

M – Mild or Moderate Asthma: Having asthma may heighten the risk of developing emphysema.

A – Aging: Getting older increases the risk of emphysema.