Common Types of Lung Disease
A cough that won’t go away, shortness of breath during normal activity, wheezing and chest pain. These may all be signs of a problem in the lungs. There are more types of lung disease than lung cancer and emphysema.
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, see your doctor immediately. You may have one of these forms of lung disease.
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