Biography

Name

Susan O'Connell

Nickname

susan-oconnell

Year of Birth

1952

Gender

Female

Location

Sun Lakes, AZ

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

Had pneumonia over a year ago which turned into scarring of the lungs and case of PF.  Am currently a patient at Norton Thoracic in Phoenix going through preliminary tests before being approved for transplant.

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Norton Thoracic

Current medication regimen

OFEV 150 mg (soon to go to 100 mg)

Lung transplantation status

currently in evaluation process

Supplemental Oxygen

yes

Best advice for PF symptom management

Try to keep a positive attitude.

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?

1 year

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