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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