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HIV disrupts lung 'clock,' raising COPD and emphysema risk
People living with HIV face a greater risk of developing lung diseases at a much younger age, even if they have never smoked.
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Research has identified a link between HIV and an increased risk of lung diseases such as emphysema and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This heightened risk is observed even among individuals who have never smoked, suggesting that HIV itself plays a significant role in the development of these conditions.
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