Tag: chronic lung condition

  • Familial Emphysema

    Familial Emphysema Definition and Description of Familial Emphysema Familial Emphysema is a chronic lung condition characterized by the permanent enlargement of the air sacs within the lungs, known as alveoli. This disease results primarily from a deficiency of alpha-1 antitrypsin, a protein that protects the lungs from inflammation and damage. When levels of this protein…

  • Fibrous Interstitial Pneumonia

    Fibrous Interstitial Pneumonia Definition and Description of Fibrous Interstitial Pneumonia Fibrous Interstitial Pneumonia (FIP) is a chronic lung condition characterized by the buildup of fibrous tissue in the interstitial spaces of the lungs. This progressive disease leads to scarring, which can severely impair lung function. It falls under the broader category of interstitial lung diseases…