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What isalpha-1, and what to do? my husband was told today he have it. i am thinking about second opinion , plz , tell me dr, what would you do ?
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See a pulmonologist: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin deficiency is a genetically transmitted disease affecting other organs, but primarily the lung. It has a higher than normal risk of declining lung function, especially if he is a smoker. For best management, he should see a pulmonologist for reccommendations
Answered 10/15/2014
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