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In a few words - if possible - what's the difference between emphysema and COPD?

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NONE - emphysema comes under the term COPD ;)

Suggest a chat with the BLF nurse to clarify, give the helpline a ring ? 03000 030 555 :)

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Also worth a read - blf.org.uk/Conditions/Detai...

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Copd is an umbrella term for chronic lung problems including emphysema.

A Don't Know Why They Call It COPD ... Well Apart From It Sounds Not As Bad As Emphysema

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Because copd is more than just emphysema.

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Go to the link on the blog by BLF on stopping smoking, brill link explaining differences between the two conditions

Its the webchat one

Emphysema explanation here:

dwp.gov.uk/publications/spe...

COPD - an umbrella term for both emphysema and chronic bronchitis

dwp.gov.uk/publications/spe...

Auntymary xx

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Thanks to everyone who answered: that's clarified it for me!

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