Pulmonary fibrosis occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred. This thickened, stiff tissue makes it more difficult for your lungs to work properly. As pulmonary fibrosis worsens, you become ...

Researching IPF after her late husband's diagnosis meant learning many new acronyms and abbreviations, says guest writer.

September has been designated as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about this disease, its symptoms, treatment options, and the need for support. Pulmonary fibrosis is a ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) and pulmonary fibrosis (PF) are two chronic conditions that damage the lungs. Treatment for both aims to improve breathing, manage symptoms, and prevent further lung damage. Your ...

PPF is identified by decline in lung function, worsening symptoms, and increased fibrosis on imaging, with variable criteria across studies. Risk factors for PPF include older age, male sex, smoking, ...

Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) is an uncommon and frequently fatal lung disease, and the road to diagnosis can be long and difficult. No one is certain how many people are affected by PF. Research estimates ...

Christopher Kennedy's unexpected IPF diagnosis after a routine X-ray highlights the insidious nature of this lung disease.

Pirfenidone, an oral antifibrotic, improves lung function and reduces acute pulmonary exacerbations in patients with grades 2-3 radiation induced lung injury.

Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes can both significantly impact pulmonary health, highlighting the need for early detection and intervention. A new paper has highlighted the significant impact of type 2 ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Compared with Hispanic and white patients with pulmonary fibrosis, Black patients were diagnosed and died at an ...