Emphysema history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Emphysema occurs as a result of increased compliance of the lung tissue. After a prolonged period, hyperventilation becomes inadequate to maintain high enough oxygen levels in the blood. Symptoms commonly reflect this.

Symptoms

Symptoms include:

• Shortness of breath on exertion (typically when climbing stairs or inclines, and later at rest)
• Hyperventilation
• Expanded chest