Biography

Name

Chris Jacobsen
Nickname

chris-jacobsen
Year of Birth

1951
Gender

Male
Location

Des Moines, Iowa
Relationship

Patient
Short Bio

I was diagnosed almost 5 years ago. My x-rays didn’t change much until 4 months ago but doesn’t really explain my shortness of breath. I can’t even stand up now without breathing hard. I’m in the hospital now trying to figure out what is going on.
Type of Diagnosis

IPF
Treatment / Medical Facility

OFEV oxygen, Broadlawns hospital
Current medication regimen

OFEV, dexamethasone
Lung transplantation status

ineligible
Supplemental Oxygen

yes
Best advice for PF symptom management

Nothing. And it is pissing me off. The steroid and oxygen helps very little.
Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

yes
How did you find us?

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

5 years
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