Can emphysema patients take ginseng?

Emphysema is mainly caused by chronic inflammation of the airways, resulting in a decrease in the elastic retraction force of the alveoli and an increase in the amount of residual air, which leads to chronic progressive exhalation dyspnea, when the mucous membrane tissue of the lungs is damaged. Ginseng is rich in amino acids, trace elements, minerals, and ginsenosides, which can repair the lung mucosa, strengthen the immunity of the body, and provide the body with necessary energy. From the perspective of Chinese medicine, ginseng is also able to raise lung qi, so emphysema patients can take ginseng appropriately to help relieve their condition.