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Long-term lung exposure to air pollution, smoking, secondhand smoke, dust, chemical fumes, smoke, etc., are the causative factors of emphysema. In emphysema, the lining between the air sacs gets damaged, and air pockets form. The tiny numerous air sacs get converted to large sacs reduced in number. It becomes difficult for the lungs to transfer oxygen and carbon dioxide from outside to the body and vice versa. Symptoms include chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheeze, cough, weight loss, fatigue, etc.

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How does alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency affect lung health?

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Was my sudden lung collapse due to alpha-1 deficiency?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. Indeed, alpha-1 deficiency can manifest in such ways even in young people.

How can AATD patients protect their lungs and liver?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) can range from asymptomatic to mild or severe.

Can lung volume reduction help my severe asthma symptoms?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You may go ahead and talk with your pulmonologist about lung volume reduction surgery, but it is not the primary treatment of asthma.

Should someone at 25 with a collapsed lung ask for Alpha-1 testing?

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How to manage pneumothorax and mediastinal emphysema?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the CT scan reports and images (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems to be a long-standing problem, and it progresses fast.

Do my symptoms suggest a genetic lung disease?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am truly sorry to hear about your struggles. Your complaints are most likely to be related to alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency.

Can my dad’s COPD and emphysema hide early lung cancer at 60?

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Can I have emphysema at 38 with low AAT and ZZ genotype?

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I am 38 with A1AT deficiency. How to manage lung function?

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Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

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