Living Well with Pulmonary Fibrosis - American Lung Association
WEBJan 30, 2023 · While you can't cure pulmonary fibrosis, there are a variety of things you can do to maintain a good quality of life and stay as healthy as possible. To get answers to common questions about living with pulmonary fibrosis, check out our FAQ.
What It Really Feels Like to Live with IPF - Healthline
WEBFeb 7, 2020 · For those with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), hearing this from a family member or friend — even if they mean well — can be disappointing. IPF is a rare but serious disease that causes your...
Living with Pulmonary Fibrosis FAQ - American Lung Association
WEBJun 7, 2024 · Be sure to learn about the basics of PF, how it is treated, how to live well and where to get support. If you have a question that is not answered, call our free Lung HelpLine at 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872). Get expert answers to some common questions from patients about living with pulmonary fibrosis.
Pulmonary fibrosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 15, 2024 · Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring and thickening of the tissue around and between the air sacs called alveoli in the lungs. These changes make it harder for oxygen to pass into the bloodstream. Damage to the lungs that results in pulmonary fibrosis may be caused by many different things.
Living with Pulmonary Fibrosis | Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
WEBThere are a variety of things that you can do to maintain or improve your quality of life while living with pulmonary fibrosis. Below are steps you can take to maximize your care and maintain your health.
How Quickly Does Pulmonary Fibrosis Progress? What to Expect.
WEBMay 22, 2019 · What to Expect. You have just been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a family of more than 200 serious lung diseases characterized by scarring and thickening of the lung tissue. Undoubtedly, you’ll have many questions about this disease and how it will affect you and your family.
Pulmonary fibrosis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBFeb 15, 2024 · Pulmonary fibrosis is a life-long lung condition that worsens over time. Having pulmonary fibrosis can cause fear, depression and stress. Here are some tips that may help you cope.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Pulmonary fibrosis is a process that causes lung scarring, in which fibrotic tissue blocks the movement of oxygen from inside the tiny air sacs in the lungs into the bloodstream. Pulmonary fibrosis isn’t just one disease. It is a family of more than 200 different lung diseases that all look very much alike.
What is Pulmonary Fibrosis | Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
WEBPulmonary fibrosis (PF) is a process that causes lung scarring, in which fibrotic tissue blocks the movement of oxygen from inside the tiny air sacs in the lungs into the bloodstream. Low oxygen levels (and the stiff scar tissue itself) can cause people who have pulmonary fibrosis to feel short of breath, particularly when walking and exercising.
Pulmonary fibrosis: Symptoms, treatment, and outlook - Medical News Today
WEBJan 16, 2023 · People living with PF can experience fatigue that results from decreased lung function. This article reviews symptoms, causes, and risk factors for PF, as well as treatment options and...