Biography

Name

Bill Gardner

Nickname

bill-gardner

Year of Birth

1946

Gender

Male

Location

Michigan

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

I am a 76 year old male who was diagnosed with IPF in 2011. I had many years of stability and could do most chores, go to stores, visit family and friends. I began a decline last summer and this summer find myself unable to do much of what I was used to. On O2 at night and more often now during the day. My father died from PF and my older sister and brother have also been diagnosed with IPF. Pretty certain there is a genetic/familial connection.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Spectrum Health Medical Group Pulmonary Medicine

Current medication regimen

On hiatus from Esbriet

Lung transplantation status

ineligible

Supplemental Oxygen

yes

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

no

How did you find us?

PF News Website

How long have you or the person that you are caring for had PF?

2011

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