Biography

Name

Linda Leaf

Nickname

linda-leaf

Year of Birth

1946

Gender

Female

Location

Brasil

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

I am an american but my husband and I have been in Brasil since 1972 as Baptist missionaries.  I was diagnosed with IPF two years ago.  Because I am a permanent resident in Brasil, I am able to get my medicine (Ofev) for free through the social medical program of Brasil.  This has been a big blessing.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Brasilian lung specialist

Current medication regimen

Ofev twice a day

Supplemental Oxygen

no

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?

2 years

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