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Vince Stravino
Biography
Name | Vince Stravino |
Nickname | vince-stravino |
Year of Birth | 1935 |
Gender | Male |
Location | PA. |
Relationship | Patient |
Short Bio | Retired physician, life long allergic sinusitis and asthma,several years of recent exertional dyspnea with a CT diagnosis of ILD in past year. Still fairly active trying to take good care of myself and act as a caregiver for my wife. |
Type of Diagnosis | PF of known aetiology |
Treatment / Medical Facility | PennMed(Phila.,PA) and St. Luke's Health Network |
Current medication regimen | Omeprozole for GERD, Steroid nasal spray, and steroid bronchial inhaler daily |
Lung transplantation status | eligible |
Supplemental Oxygen | no |
Best advice for PF symptom management | Treat GERD effectively. That includes elevating the head of the bed. Get a second opinion at a regional center. Get on a regular exercise routine preferably with a friend or with peer support . Treat your emotions. Join one or more support groups. Live for today and plan for fun and laughs when able.
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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? | 1 year |
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