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- Affects men more then women
- Associated with connective tissue diseases
- End stage of interstitial lung disease
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Pulmonary Fibrosis is a deep tissue scaring of the lungs, which inhibits the lung's ability to get oxygen. Over time, fibrotic tissue replaces healthy lung tissue in the air sacs of the lungs. This scarring, results in a thickening of the lung tissue, thus, making it difficult for oxygen to be transfered properly.
At this time, there is no cure for pulmonary fibrosis. Treatments are available to help delay disease progression and ease symptoms, but they are most often unsuccessful. There are quite a few treatments currently undergoing clinical trial testing, which will hopefully bring new hope to this often fatal disease.
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Symptoms
- Shortness of breath
- Cough
- Wheezing
- Rapid weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Chest discomfort
Famous Victims
- Robert Goulet: Currently battling
- Laurance Rockefeller: Deceased
- Marlon Brando: Deceased
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have Pulmonary Fibrosis, please consult your doctor.-
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Pulmonary Fibrosis Questions
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Pulmonary Fibrosis Causes, Symptoms and Complications
- MayoClinic.com: Pulmonary Fibrosis: Signs and Symptoms | Causes | Complications
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