genetic
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Alpha-1 antitrypsin is a disorder that may result in lung disease or liver disease. Onset of lung problems is typically between 20 and 50 years of age. This may result in shortness of breath, , or an increased risk of lung . may include obstructive disease (COPD), , , or panniculitis.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·Shortness of breath, , yellowish skin
Causes — why it happens
- · in the SERPINA1 gene
How it's found
- ·Based on symptoms, blood tests, tests
Treatment
- ·Medications, lung , liver transplant
Complications
- ·COPD, , , panniculitis
Outlook
- ·Life expectancy ~50 years (smokers), nearly normal (non-smokers)
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