One thing that is awkward is the limit in number of characters that are allowed. That's pretty frustrating when you actually have something important to say that doesn't fit into just 300 characters. Now see, this short comment used all but 44 characters.

Precautions, yes, avoid smoke from campfires, second hand smoke, etc.; have a healthy diet; keep an exercise schedule; and consider pulmonary rehab.

Infusions reduce lung damage and may also help the liver as the liver will produce less defective enzyme that damages the liver.

I was finally diagnose with Alpha 1 at 72, but my family is resistant to getting tested. I'm ZZ, but I think my brother is MZ; he's liver affected, but he's in denial that it is Alpha 1. I wonder what his doctor is telling him.

I am 76, ZZ. Infusions have kept me from worsening. I am going in for my second fibroscan. Hoping for a favorable result.

That looks more like my grandmother's stollen, unlike the ones sold in the stores. Do you have a recipe to share?

THAT looks like my grandmother's. Very different from the ones in the stores. Do you have a recipe to share?

I grew up with a Sammy. She had 7 puppies. My favorite was Ginger with her off white color and light brown ears. What a sweet dog.