Alpha-1 is a protein produced by the liver that protects the lungs from natural enzymes. Without this protein, lung tissue is slowly destroyed leading to problems such as alpha-1 emphysema.
Ochsner Pulmonologist Dr. Glenn Gomes discusses who is most likely to be alpha-1 deficient.
Dr. Gomes practices at Ochsner Health Center on Summa Avenue and O’Neal Lane and can be reached at 225-761-5271.
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