Biography

Name

Judy

Nickname

Judy Harrison

Last Name

Harrison

Year of Birth

1951

Gender

Female

Location

Florida

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

After being unsatisfied with the Pulmonologist I have been seeing for 1 1/2 years who said I had COPD, I recently had an appointment with a new doctor my cardiologist recommended and referred me to.

He sent me to the hospital for a pulmonary function test and it turns out I have pulmonary fibrosis! He has prescribed Ofev, but I’m currently having trouble getting my insurance to cover it and also finding financial help to pay for it.

I also had a TAVR procedure last April in 2022 to replace my aortic valve, followed by having a pacemaker installed the next month.

Type of Diagnosis

PF of known aetiology

Treatment / Medical Facility

Awaiting approval from insurance company for Ofev

Current medication regimen

Entresto, eliquis, rosovastatin, levothyroxine, low dose aspirin

Supplemental Oxygen

yes

Best advice for PF symptom management

I wish I knew!

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

no

How did you find us?

Column Post

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

Probable undiagnosed for several years, but verified by my new doctor 8/16/23.

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