Hello, all! 37 y.o. WM, diagnosed w/COPD last year, just started on Prolastin last month. Hope all is well with you folks!
Alpha-1 Proteinase Inhibitor Deficiency - Good afternoon, all! Newbie here... newly diagnosed, 37?
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- 4 Nov 2009 by aconsta383
- Topics:
- prolastin, alpha-1 proteinase inhibitor deficiency
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Marvell19 Nov 2009
I'm not sure what your question is exactly so I'll give you some general information. If you need more information please add your question as a comment and I'll try to help.
Prolastin (alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor) is a protein, also called alpha 1-antitrypsin. This protein occurs naturally in the body and is important for preventing the breakdown of tissues in the lungs. In people who lack the alpha 1-antitrypsin protein, breakdown of lung tissues can lead to emphysema (damage to the air sacs in the lungs).
Alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor is used to treat alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency in people who have symptoms of emphysema.
Alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency is a genetic (inherited) disorder and alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor will not cure this condition.
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Sorry... the rest got cut off, I guess..:D
Didn't know if there is anything available concerning long-term effects of Prolastin use. Thanks for any info you can provide, and I hope that you have a great weekend! :)
Alex