Late-stage symptoms of chronic bronchitis and emphysema
Disease description:
My aunt has reached the advanced stage of chronic bronchitis with emphysema and has occasionally fallen into unconsciousness recently. What are the symptoms of late-stage chronic bronchitis with emphysema?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Xiheng
In the late stages of chronic bronchitis and emphysema, patients may experience decreased appetite, skin edema, and low blood pressure, as well as symptoms such as impaired consciousness due to pulmonary encephalopathy and oliguria. As the condition progresses, respiratory failure may occur, leading to gradually increased lung volume and progressively reduced lung elasticity. Delayed treatment can result in life-threatening risks.
