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Missed Dose Epoetin Alpha
AAT deficiency
Treatment
Treatment for AAT deficiency involves replacing the missing AAT protein. The protein is given through a vein each week. However, it is not yet known who may benefit from such therapy.
Quitting smoking is crucial.
Other treatments for emphysema and cirrhosis are also used.
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Expectations (prognosis)
Some people with this deficiency will not develop liver or lung disease. However, emphysema and cirrhosis can be life threatening.
Complications
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