emphysema

n. lung disease (Medical)

Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive lung disease. It is often caused by exposure to toxic chemicals or long-term exposure to tobacco smoke.
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Emphysema is a chronic respiratory disease where there is over-inflation of the air sacs in the lungs, causing a decrease in [more]Emphysema - Community and Resources

Noun
1. an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age
(synonym) pulmonary emphysema
(hypernym) respiratory disease, respiratory illness, respiratory disorder
(hyponym) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

n. emphysema, lung disease (Medical)