Alyssa, a former nutrition counselor, was diagnosed with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) at a young age. This condition left her lungs particularly vulnerable. She struggles with persistent asthma and other lung issues. She has a bachelor's of science degree in nutrition and has taken many writing classes. Her desire is to fuse her education and her own experience to spread awareness about AATD.
There are several things I would have done differently after my alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) diagnosis. I did have a great doctor, but there were certain things I wish I had realized were so important. I once heard someone else with AATD say: “Nothing about respiratory illness is straightforward.” While this is true, so much can…
