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COPD

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preventable and treatable disease characterized by persistent airflow limitation that is usually progressive

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COPD and smoking

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irritating effect of the smoke causes hyperplasia of cells, including goblet cells, that increase production of mucus

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AAT deficiency

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autosomal recessive disorder that may affect the lungs or liver