Virginia Currie

The last time I spoke with my pulmonologist via zoom, we are trying to rule out IPF vs Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.  On top of being diagnosed with interstitial lung disease , I suffer from allergies, asthma, GERD, and post nasal drip.  The symptoms of IPF are all present with the symptoms I have.  I’m so depressed with this condition beca…[Read more]

If Metformin can reverse the progression of ILD, then it is good need for me.  I wish you can  update about the latest studies on this.  This is a good news for a diabetic like me and  afflicted with ILD.

Gabapentin works for me.  I’m able to be functional at work and at home.  I take 3 cap 300 mg TID.  Before then, I cough excessively at work and has difficulty sleeping at night.

I am still not fully diagnosed of IPF but I was debilitated by the thought of it.  My MD is trying to differentiate IPF with hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
I am sad because it seems like nobody cares at work.  Thank God I take Neurontin to stop the chronic cough, otherwise, I will be forced to leave work.
I need to work to support myself and be a…[Read more]

gabapentin works for me.  I have been coughing for more than a year until my pulmonologist told me that I can take Neurontin or Gabapentin.  My life improved.  Constant coughing stressed me out.  I take 300 mg three times a day.  I have a decent sleep.  Neurontin helps with sleep.  One side effect is sleepiness.  I took it before during the nig…[Read more]