Biography

Name

Joe
Nickname

Joe Pompeo
Last Name

Pompeo
Year of Birth

May 8, 1938
Gender

Male
Location

Wyckoff, NJ
Relationship

Patient
Short Bio

I am 83 years old.  I was diagnosed with IPF 3 years ago.  I tried taking Esbriet but had a bad allergic reaction to it.  Will be discussing taking OFEV or trying Esbriet again with my pulmonologist next week.  Have not had pulmonary rehab but will also consider that next week.

My fibrosis had deteriorated significantly in the last month.
Type of Diagnosis

IPF
Treatment / Medical Facility

Periodic cat scans and pulmonary function test.
Current medication regimen

See above. I am currently on heavy dose of prednisone (40 mg/day) decreasing to 30, 20,an10 mg over the next 17 weeks.
Lung transplantation status

currently in evaluation process
Supplemental Oxygen

yes
Best advice for PF symptom management

None.
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?

3 years
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