Biography

Name

Dan Devine

Nickname

dan-devine

Year of Birth

1948

Gender

Male

Location

Gainesville, Florida

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

I was first diagnosed with IPF in August 2013. I’ve done very well for past several years. In April of 2019 I began to feel fatigued. In May I had my first experience where I had to ask a colleague if I could sit so I could catch my breath. The initial diagnosis was coincidental to my taking a screening CT Scan of my heart. The scan not only showed calcification in several places but also showed scarring in both lungs. My first priority was to have cardiac catheterization done. The Cath showed the calcified areas were outside the blood vessels and the inner walls relatively clear.

After that was done I sought a pulmonologist. He performed more tests including a PFT. I am an RN and Registered Respiratory Therapist. The therapist performing my PFT I were stunned by the results. This was a shock as I was still running, cycling and swimming. Not to mention my favorite sport scuba diving. That’s when I was initially diagnosed with IPF. I also have been diagnosed with Bronchiectasis. My most recent PFT showed was about 50% of TLC. I get another CT Scan next week.

 

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Gainesville, Florida VA Medical Center

Current medication regimen

Ofev

Lung transplantation status

to be determined

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

yes

How did you find us?

PF News Website

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

6 years

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