Gerard (Gerry) Erdman
Biography
| Name | Gerard (Gerry) Erdman |
| Nickname | gerard-gerry-erdman |
| Year of Birth | 1946 |
| Gender | Male |
| Location | North Carolina |
| Relationship | Patient |
| Short Bio | I am a retired accountant and was diagnosed with IPF in July 2017, about 2 years ago. I began taking a 300 mg. dose of OFEV at that time and my symptoms have not significantly worsened since then. I am on 6 liters of oxygen via concentrator. To my dismay, my wife has had to pick up many (or most) of the household duties I used to perform, as almost any physical activity will get me low on oxygen. We used to travel overseas, but now just take 3-7 day trips by car. We would like to travel by air again but I’m not sure if that is possible, given my O2 requirements. |
| Type of Diagnosis | IPF |
| Treatment / Medical Facility | Wilmington NC Health, Dr. David Green |
| Current medication regimen | 300 mg. OFEV and frequent Imodium AD |
| Lung transplantation status | ineligible |
| Supplemental Oxygen | yes |
| Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication? | yes |
| How did you find us? | PF News Website |
| How long have you or the person that you are caring for had PF? | 26 months |
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