Biography

Name

Sherille Sullivan

Nickname

sherille-sullivan

Year of Birth

1953

Gender

Female

Location

Australia

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

I was diagnosed with IPF in December 2017 at the age of 64. I was having difficulty walking up the last 50 metres of a steep hill to my home to the point that I had to stop twice to catch my breath before moving on. I put it down to getting older and not doing much walking. At the same time I decided to get tested for sleep apnoea as I was waking up exhausted. As part of that testing I had to see a pulmonary specialist and do the 6 minute walk test, which led to further testing and my diagnosis. I was also required to attend pulmonary rehab which inspired me to get fitter. I am lucky that I am able to do a lot of walking which I love and feel fitter than I was before the diagnosis. I’m on OFEV.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Current medication regimen

OFEV

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

Regular Exercise including practice of diaphragmatic breathing

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?

4 years

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