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Smokers with wrinkles may be more prone to COPD

(The News International) UPDATED 2009-08-03

According to a new study, middle-aged smokers who have heavily lined faces are up to five times more likely to develop lung disease than their un-wrinkled peers. The study of 149 current and ex smokers found that having wrinkles was associated with COPD. Researchers say there may be a genetic link between a susceptibility for COPD and the likelihood of facial wrinkles, but while the link remains a mystery, they believe the discovery could help wrinkled smokers and their doctors be aware of an increased COPD risk. Read full story >

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