Stage 4 emphysema is the most severe stage, in which a person’s symptoms may significantly affect their quality of life. Treatment may include medications, oxygen therapy, or surgery. Share on ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Adults with a low-dose CT scan between June 2000 and December 2008 were followed for a median of 23.3 years.

Quitting won’t reverse damage from emphysema or stop it from progressing, but it can slow it down and greatly reduce your symptoms. If you quit smoking after finding out you have emphysema, you might ...