Biography

Name

Michael McFadden

Nickname

michael-mcfadden

Year of Birth

10/22/1942

Gender

Male

Location

Pennsylvania

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

Burnt out Sarcoidosis, surgery CABG, acute SOB with exertion, O2 96-97 at rest, SOB becoming more apparent. Pulmonologist thinks I have PF no test, no clubbing, no cough, no weight loss wants me to take medicine that causes diarrhea.  ( seeing new pulmonologist). CABG in April 2019, one failed bypass 2020 stint inserted. HRCT May 2023 no change since 2017, schedule cardiac testing 6/15 see new pulmonologist (2nd time) 6/27 at Jefferson Korman Lung Center

Type of Diagnosis

PF of known aetiology

Treatment / Medical Facility

Jefferson Korman Lung Institue

Current medication regimen

Albuterol and Sodium solution via nebulizer

Lung transplantation status

ineligible

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

Don’t Know

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?

don't know

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