Biography

Name

George Richard

Nickname

george-richard

Year of Birth

1953

Gender

Male

Location

Minneapolis

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

Diagnosed 2016 with IPF, held it at bay for several years with exercise and deep breathing.   Started on Esbriet {now Pirfenidone 801mg X 3pd} about 9 months ago. Recently rejected for what seemed to be a promising study because of DNA.  Now in slow decline.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Fairview U of Minnesota

Current medication regimen

Pirfenidone 3-267mg pills 3 times a day.

Lung transplantation status

to be determined

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

Take it easy, relax’ take antacids before meds, food with meds.

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

no

How did you find us?

Other

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

6 years

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