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    Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AAT Deficiency): Symptoms

    Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AAT Deficiency): Symptoms

    Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, or , is a condition that raises your risk for certain types of lung disease, especially if you smoke.

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    Signs and Symptoms of AAT Deficiency

    The first lung-related symptoms of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency may include shortness of breath, less ability to be physically active, and wheezing. These signs and symptoms most often begin between the ages of 20 and 40.

    Other signs and symptoms may include repeated lung infections, tiredness, a rapid heartbeat upon standing, vision problems, and weight loss.

    Some people who have severe develop (em-fi-SE-ma) – often when they’re only in their forties or fifties. Signs and symptoms of emphysema include problems breathing, wheezing, and a (ongoing) .

    At first, many people who have are diagnosed with . This is because wheezing also is a symptom of asthma. Also, people who have AAT deficiency respond well to asthma medicines.

    How Is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Diagnosed?

    Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency usually is diagnosed…

    Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AAT Deficiency): Symptoms was last modified: June 24th, 2016 by explainingmedicine

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