Idiopathic Pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a difficult disease to diagnose because many of its symptoms are similar to other lung diseases. There is no one single test for the condition. Instead, a series of tests are carried out to diagnose the condition. One test is auscultation.
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In this PeerView Press video, pulmonologist Dr. David J. Lederer discusses idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), with a focus on personalized care through communications and innovative strategies. He is joined by primary care physician Dr. Steven J. Antonini and pulmonary fibrosis patient Robert Brynteson. Read about six lesser-known symptoms…
Pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic severe lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes scarred and thickened. Patients struggle with breathing difficulties, a persistent dry cough, fatigue, weight loss, and clubbing of the fingers. Read about six less common symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis here. In this video from Boehringer Ingelheim Idiopathic…
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a relatively rare and serious condition. Although men tend to be affected more than women, anyone can get the disease.  Some risk factors for IPF are smoking, working with environmental pollutants, acid reflux, and a family history of the disease. Read our article Simple Facts…
According to the Mayo Clinic, though no current cure for pulmonary fibrosis exists yet, medications and other treatment options can help improve a patient’s quality of life. As the disease evolves, several complications may arise. Here is a list of six possible pulmonary fibrosis complications: 1. High blood pressure in the lungs: Unlike normal high…
It’s been proven that pulmonary rehabilitation helps patients with pulmonary diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension among others. Just because you have pulmonary fibrosis doesn’t mean you can’t travel by airplane. Learn more here. Providence…
When you have pulmonary fibrosis, it is important to eat a healthy and balanced diet. Diets rich in anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants can improve your well-being. This curry chicken salad is full of fruits and vegetables, loaded with antioxidants, and the curry acts as both an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Antioxidants, like…
Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease that affects the respiratory system by thickening and stiffening lung tissue, which ends up as scar tissue.  In cases when physicians are unable to identify the root cause of the disease, it is called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Did you know that pulmonary fibrosis can be difficult to diagnose and…
In this gripping video shared in August 2014, Elicia Shepard uses placards to demonstrate how little is known about one of the  biggest killer diseases – idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Find out more simple facts about idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis you should know about here. Shepard shows us that…
