Emphysema: Understanding Progressive Lung Damage

The medical term meaning progressive loss of lung function caused by enlargement alveoli is emphysema. Emphysema is a chronic lung disease that causes the air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) to become damaged and lose their elasticity. This makes it difficult to breathe and can lead to serious health problems. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).