Biography

Name

Rudy Heintzelman
Nickname

rudy-heintzelman
Year of Birth

08/14/1947
Gender

Male
Location

Dothan, AL
Relationship

Patient
Short Bio

Diagnosed with IPF in June of 2015 but have been doing quite well since then.  Went on OFEV in June of 2016 and struggled with side effects till we finally figured out a dosage that I could tolerate.
Type of Diagnosis

IPF
Treatment / Medical Facility

Was at UAB Birmingham, AL, but not only go to my local pulmonologist.
Current medication regimen

100 MG OFEV once per day
Lung transplantation status

ineligible
Supplemental Oxygen

no
Best advice for PF symptom management

Having the right attitude
Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

no
How did you find us?

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

coming up on 8 years
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