A chronic and progressive condition characterized by shortness of breath, resulting from the destruction of respiratory exchange surfaces is called cystic fibrosis.

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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder affecting the lungs and other organs, characterized by thick mucus production, not the destruction of respiratory exchange surfaces. The condition described is more akin to emphysema, a type of COPD.

A Chronic and Progressive Condition Characterized by Shortness of Breath