cheryl-w
Biography
| Name | Cheryl W. |
| Nickname | cheryl-w |
| Year of Birth | 1963 |
| Gender | Female |
| Location | MA |
| Relationship | Patient |
| Short Bio | I was recently diagnosed with PF & ILD. I’ve been on oxygen for 2 months. Tapering off Prednisone after being on that foe 2 months as well. Although I feel great my O2 levels decrease with exertion. The only symptom I have is mild to negligible dry cough. I am currently taking Atovaquone to get my immune system back on track from the prednasone. I will be taking Esbriat waiting for approval from my insurance company. Also will be starting a Pulmonary Rehab program. I am determined to live a long and happy life . |
| Type of Diagnosis | IPF |
| Treatment / Medical Facility | Atovaquone, Esbriat, Prednisone |
| Current medication regimen | Taking 1500 mg of Atovaquone daily also taper off prednisone for 60 mg now taking 40 mg |
| Lung transplantation status | currently in evaluation process |
| Supplemental Oxygen | yes |
| Best advice for PF symptom management | Stick to your Pulmonary instructions to a T |
| 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? | Approximately 1 year |
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