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Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis is a group of inflammatory lung disorders that eventually lead to tissue scarring. This lung tissue scarring causes shortness of breath.
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Fast Facts:
- A group of diseases
- Causes: asbestos, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, various medications
- Symptoms: shortness of breath, cough
- If arises spontaneously, known as Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Currently affecting Robert Goulet
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis, please consult your doctor.
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American Lung Association (ALA): Interstitial Lung Disease and Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Wikipedia: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF): What is Pulmonary Fibrosis?
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MedlinePlus: Medical Encyclopedia: Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease
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Merck Manual: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Oregon Health & Science University: Interstitial Lung Disease (Pulmonary Fibrosis)
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Canadian Lung Association (CLA): Pulmonary Fibrosis
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American Lung Association (ALA): Interstitial Lung Disease and Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Interstitial lung disease & pulmonary fibrosis are terms to describe inflammatory & fibrotic disorders of lung tissue. http://bit.ly/2TNxMx
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Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis on Amazon | View All
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Interstitial Lung Disease - $85.00
Aims to provide thorough coverage of the clinical and pathogenic aspects of interstitial lung disease. This edition includes new chapters on imaging techniques, bronchoalveolar lavage, immunology of sarcoidosis and inflammation in interstit...
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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Diseases: A Clinical Guide - $139.00
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a broad category of lung diseases that includes more than 150 disorders characterized by scarring or fibrosis of the lungs. In Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Disease: A Clinical Guid...
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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Diseases: A Clinical Guide - $139.00
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a broad category of lung diseases that includes more than 150 disorders characterized by scarring or fibrosis of the lungs. In Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and Interstitial Lung Disease: A Clinical Guid...
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Interstitial Pulmonary Diseases: Selected Topics - $189.95
This book discusses basic and clinical aspects of selected topics in interstitial lung disease and the pathogenic mechanisms of pulmonary fibrosis. Topics include the pathogenesis of interstitial fibrosis from the initial injury to the exce...
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View All Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis Questions (6) | Ask a QuestionCan a cat have Cystic Fibrosis? (1 Answer)No, it is a genetic disease that only effects humans. "Cystic fibrosis, a genetically inherited disease of the exocrine glands in man, has no known counterpart in animals." read moreHow do interstitials effect SEO of pages/google rank? (6 Answers)If you change what you show based on whether the user-agent is a bot, search engines consider that cloaking and may ban you from their indices entirely. It depends on ... read moreWhat are the differences between Acute Tubular Nephritis and Acute Interstitial Nephritis? Common causes? (1 Answer)Judging by several articles, AIN usually includes the tubular renal area. eMedicine's overview article defines interstitial nephritis as "Kidney diseases that involve structures in the kidney outside the glomerulus are ... read moreLooking for a way that my daughter who has cystic fibrosis can meet miley cyrus...any ideas??? (4 Answers)Idea Number 1) Buy backstage passes to one of her concerts. If nothing else, this will be a fun event. However, before you go, talk to the organizers of the ... read more
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