Biography

Name

Gina

Nickname

ginabena

Year of Birth

1955

Gender

Female

Location

Arizona

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

Just recently diagnosed with IPF. About to start Ofev.

Retired last year. Final 8 years as an RN was as a pulmonary rehab RN, so I am familiar with this disease, unfortunately.

I golf 3 times/ week and was playing softball. Difficulty running the bases is what had me seek medical care and subsequent diagnosis.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

HD CT, labs, bronchoscope.

Lung transplantation status

to be determined

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

Pursed lip breathing and diaphragmatic exercises

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?

Diagnosed 1 month ago

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