Barbara Pantaleo
Biography
| Name | Barbara |
| Nickname | Barbara Pantaleo |
| Last Name | Pantaleo |
| Year of Birth | 1946 |
| Gender | Female |
| Location | Toronto Ontario Canada |
| Relationship | Patient |
| Short Bio | I was diagnosed with IPF in March 2023 after several months of feeling lethargic and having SOB. I am married to a supportive husband. I enjoy the outdoors in particular somewhere near water which I find peaceful and relaxing. We enjoyed travelling in Canada, Europe and down south which I miss very much. We do day trip near water, stop enjoy a picnic while relaxing in the peaceful serene setting. |
| Type of Diagnosis | IPF |
| Treatment / Medical Facility | A little over 1 month ago I started OFEV which I take twice a day for a total of 300 mg. daily. I am currently participating in a 5 week live-in program dedicated to lung disease in their respiratory wing. |
| Current medication regimen | OFEV 150 mg every 12 hours |
| Lung transplantation status | ineligible |
| Supplemental Oxygen | yes |
| Best advice for PF symptom management | Keeping a positive attitude, learning as much as you can about your diagnosis and above all pace yourself so you can continue to improve your everyday health both body and mind. |
| Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication? | yes |
| How did you find us? | Friend |
| How long have you or the person that you are caring for had PF? | Exact time period unknow, however, diagnosed March 2023. |
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