Emphysema Health Article

Prevention

Any person who feels that his/her work conditions are likely to be a possible cause of emphysema should take steps to protect him/herself. A respirator should be worn, at least until work conditions can be improved. Several steps may be taken to improve conditions, primary of which should be to improve ventilation.

Early diagnosis is vital to the successful management of emphysema. If preventative and therapeutic measures are taken at the early onset of symptoms, damage can be restricted and the outlook can be positive. At all times, care should be taken to eliminate sources of pollution or chemical irritants from the environment, both in the home and elsewhere. The first step in overcoming emphysema for any patient should be to remove the cause, whether working conditions, polluted atmosphere or smoking.

BOOKS

Ryman, Daniele. Aromatherapy London: Piatkus Books, 1999.

Treacher, Sylvia. Practical Homeopathy UK: Parragon Books, 2000.

ORGANIZATIONS

The National Emphysema Foundation <http://emphysemafoundation.org/>

OTHER

"Progress in Emphysema Research. <"http://www.lrri.org/gobmasso.html> (January 17, 2001).

Patricia Skinner