Biography

Name

Charlene Macnay

Nickname

charlene-macnay

Gender

Female

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

In2018 I was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis with autoimmune features and given 2-5 years to live. I am now in my 6th year with no oxygen required as of yet.

Lung transplantation status

ineligible

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

I had constant runny nose and tight chest from thick mucus. My respiratory specialist recommended this product from our local health store and it has been a game changer. No more carrying Kleenex everywhere, no sneezing 18 -22 times at a session and the tightness in my lower chest is less.

it is called NAC  N-AcetylCysteine 600mg taken twice daily with meals and I have only taking it for a week. It is a game changer for me. The container says Helps relieve symptoms of chronic bronchitis and respiratory tract inflammation.

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

yes

How did you find us?

Facebook

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

6 years

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