Biography

Name

Thomas Adams
Nickname

thomas-adams
Year of Birth

1955
Gender

Male
Location

Olathe, Kansas
Relationship

Patient
Short Bio

Preliminary diagnosis of IPF in June, 2020 and confirmed via open-lung biopsy in August, 2020.
Type of Diagnosis

IPF
Treatment / Medical Facility

Olathe Health
Current medication regimen

None
Lung transplantation status

to be determined
Supplemental Oxygen

yes
Best advice for PF symptom management

Avoid physical exertion when possible as becoming breathless on a regular basis also places additional burden on your heart.  If a side effect is post-nasal trip, keep boxes of Kleenex strategically placed around your house!
Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

no
How did you find us?

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

Diagnosed a year ago but, symptoms slowly building for at least the last 5-years.
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