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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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