Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP) is a rare lung disease characterized by the accumulation of protein and lipid material, called surfactant, within the air sacs or alveoli of the lungs. Those with PAP often experience shortness of breath. Difficulty breathing can occur when in motion or at rest. If a lung infection occurs, patients with PAP may experience more severe cases of shortness of breath or fevers.
This pulmonary disease generally manifests itself in a younger population, mainly in the 20-40 age group. The disease is frustrating to those whose pulmonary systems it impairs since they are usually otherwise healthy individuals. Individuals with this problem require the care of skilled pulmonary physicians.
Meet the Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis (PAP) Team of Physicians
These pulmonologists in Cleveland, spanning several departments, are ready to answer any questions you may have about pulmonary problems or allergy treatments.
Daniel A. Culver, MD
Staff Physician, Pulmonologist
Dept of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine A90
216.444.6508
Peter J. Mazzone, MD
Staff Physician, Pulmonologist
Dept of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine A90
216.445.4812
Marc Popovich, MD
Staff Physician, Anesthesiologist
Department of General Surgical ICU G61
216.445.7184
Carol F. Farver, MD
Staff Physician, Pathologist
Department of Anatomic Pathology L25
216.445.7695
Moulay Meziane, MD
Staff Physician, Radiologist
Section Head of Thoracic Imaging
Department of Radiology Hb6
216.444.0282
John R. Nocero, BA
Clinical Research Assistant II
Dept of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine A90
216.444.2140
noceroj@ccf.org
