What is Pulmonary Fibrosis | All you need to know | Causes | Treatment | Prevention

Pulmonary Fibrosis is a serious lung condition that can cause a range of symptoms and complications. Just in the United States alone, 30,000 to 40,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. There are several treatment options available that can help manage the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. If you experience any symptoms of Pulmonary Fibrosis, it's important to see a doctor as soon as possible to get an accurate diagnosis and begin treatment. By taking steps to manage the disease, you can improve your quality of life and reduce your risk of complications.
Here are further resources offering support and education:
1- www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/
2- pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/sign...
3- www.lung.org/lung-health-dise...
4- www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/help...
5- www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/cond...
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[@cskiles318]

Best I’ve seen about this disease. My husband diagnosed 18 months ago. He basically just watches tv and not other bad probs. But if he walks like 100 feet air drops quick heart rate 145. So we don’t know what to expect. But this was very helpful. Ofev hit his liver and kidneys had to stop taking it. Lung transplant not an option. Hugs to all ppl and caregivers dealing with this

[@sweetbeep]

I hope you have looked into some natural healing compounds that have been shown to heal PF in rats.

[@myselfcomplicated3104]

@@sweetbeepwould you tell more please..?

[@sweetbeep]

@@myselfcomplicated3104 let me know if you got my last comment with the KZbin link. Some channels don't allow posting links.

[@polaris7122]

@@myselfcomplicated3104 you can't heal it!

[@kew824]

​@@sweetbeepplease share natural alternative links.

[@nividamurphy8726]

Good information. Thanks 😊

[@patray4695]

Great Information

[@lediapattiwael9596]

Thank You😊🙏 😊

[@Zee-wf5kf]

This warms my heart. I'm living in a Muslim family that ain't pious and in a non muslim country. Subhanallah thank you for the reminder. More Baraka and affiya for you. May Allah SWT guide us all and protect our siblings in Palestine. I didn't know that this is how Ramzan sacred

[@sadie4me2]

Thank you

[@lourdesalayon8373]

Thank you Doc for explanations

[@RoshanThapa-wx8pf]

Thnx for your info sir...👍

[@shyamalahosabettu2618]

Thank u doc❤

[@lucyhernandez3408]

thank you

[@indradevpandey8257]

Excellent video very knowledgeable Thnx a lots

[@user-wu5mu8ku1x]

Thanks alot for video which can get many knowledge as I m suffering from apical fibrosis

[@lorismith5369]

New subscriber . Would love a video on being a caregiver to one wit IPF. Thanks!

[@Doctor_OK]

Thanks, apologies for the late reply. Here are a couple of links which you may find useful: 1. www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/pulmonary-fibrosis/family-and-friends/how-to-support-your-loved-one 2. www.copdfoundation.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Caregiver/The-COPD-Caregiver.aspx 3. www.lung.org/blog/lung-disease-hospice-patients

[@ellieantar809]

Thank you so much for the information

[@nareshvasishth4034]

support for Portable inogen and how o get support. they sell it, but no support. good video

[@marjorieret6781]

Hello Doc. Can you tackle idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis too? What are the treatment plan available for this type of condition? Thank you so much

[@alexachenbach821]

Thank you❤

[@derylarabiana5941]

Thank you for sharing this imformative video doc. Almost 1 year ago i was diagnose a pheomonia sever can cause flural effusion with my lungs im so very strugle that time dificult breathing an body pain .they drain the Nana of may lungs with a small tube almost 1mnt inside may body so very strugle talaga but im very thankful to God ihe gave me a second life .. 2 weeks ago i was on xray and the result i have a Pulmonary fibrosis vs thickening & mnimal effusion .I need to undergo again through medication doc?

[@user-ud8gt6le6c]

What. Medication do i use for pulmonary fibrosis

[@sushmabhingardive1777]

Thank you🙏

[@smash5646]

I have sarcoidosis and chronically so much going on with my chest i saw the doctor other day shes put me in for urgent referral and since my heart beats so fast when struggling to breath i am worried .scared..then once calmer i have a dull ache there .

[@user-tj2lu6zz1v]

Thank you doctor for sharing this knowledge I am diagnose of minimal fibrosis only this month and I need to go on through medications.

[@narayan12376]

How r u now

[@kimmypancho6034]

Hello doc i have minimal pulmonary fibrosis, i know my condition only this month and this year. I’m 32 years old. Can you help me what i take medicine and how many months to take medicine? Thank you and god bless! What do you think my minimal pulmonary fibrosis is going to healing soon or not? Thank you and god bless

[@marilyntaylor9577]

My husband died from this seven years ago. He lived five years after his diagnosis. He even had a lung transplant, but the disease ruined that as well.

[@Doctor_OK]

I'm so sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, it can be an unforgiving disease. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family

[@suicideIsTheCureForDepression]

Thank doc

[@mildredechevarria8527]

Thank you for explaining. Dose this affect me if I have Thyroid problem and Adrenal problem? Does it affect your heart?

[@Doctor_OK]

Hi, thanks for the question. There is insufficient evidence to suggest you are at an increased risk of developing pulmonary fibrosis if you have thyroid/adrenal issues. Pulmonary fibrosis may impact your cardiac function. For example, cause arrhythmias.

[@mikepruett1745]

does this spread to family members i have a uncle died this year and his son has it now hes 62 can his brother get it too ???

[@user-kb7sc5tr2e]

morning what can I? help me, I am patient right segmental pulmonary fibrosis about medicaments.pls

[@nicolecozier3379]

Good night I did a CT Scan, a Pulmonary Full Test, a Blood Test, a Chest Xray. Presently no conclusion, but my CT scan has leaned to Interstitual Lung Disease. All I'm trying to do, is just get a better idea, what's wrong?

[@Face-maker644]

I àm diàgnosed too but now undergoing treàrment how I wish to be heàled I want to know more about it ,honeßtly 2hen my husbànd still alive he do smoke

[@bishwasharma9435]

My mom has been suffering in ICU, how long does it take to recover?

[@gaming30378]

My grandmother is facing with this problem..and actually suddenly from past days her pulse rate increasing automatically 🙄

[@Yettoachieve]

Kindly answer my questions sir.I am 19 year old girl.In my hrct,fibrosis noticed in right lung middle lobe and lingula.No prior lung abnormalities and diseases so far except this fibrosis is mentioned. Is this kind of scarring curable

[@artie6818]

Are there guidelines relating to foods to be avoided and those that may help in mitigating the decease?

[@Doctor_OK]

There is no obvious link between food and pulmonary fibrosis development as far as I am aware. However, a 'BRAT diet' is recommended for people with pulmonary fibrosis.

[@sweetbeep]

​@@Doctor_OKbrat?? That is bananas, rice, applesauce and toast for bowel rest after diarrhea

[@bongvlogs6900]

I have pulmonary fibrosis,what should i do?

[@anamariakeenan5902]

I was diagnosed 2017 IPF but i had sjogren syndrome 2005 . I been taking lung cough tonic when i have cough i bought health shop same with mullen capsules n if i can buy sea moss the red gel. It helps for me not like 2018 i feel terrible. I had steroids 2018 i had side effect crush my bone. Im happy the that im taking that i bought in health shop n feel better than before. In the morning i do lung exercise 15 minutes n everyday i did some walking.

[@sweetie6947]

I would assume that my diagnosis as Fibrosis right apex is not the same as Pulmnary Fibrosis?

[@divineefasshion]

Mera b diagnosis hua abi 5 mnth pehle

[@deniseau7383]

My brother has this disease for 4 yrs now. Our mother died from it 14 yrs ago.

[@user-bx5uq2tt1x]

I have pulmonary fibrosis since 20 years old,until now im still active with my exercise work out.but it always appear in my exray result as minimal pulmonary fibrosis,please advice me how to do the teatment

[@Doctor_OK]

You should have had a CT scan and lung function tests to assess it further and referred to a respiratory physician for specifically tailored advice/treatment based on clinical assessment and results. Continue to lead a healthy, active lifestyle.

[@sweetie6947]

How old are you now?

[@tinadavis4054]

Hopefully you can get treatment in time. I have had it for several years and getting more short winded but not smoking now getting better. I want some type of treatment.

[@amazonwater7778]

My mother had pulmonary fibrosis. Her oxygen was low her lungs were hard and scared. She died 5 years ago.

[@Doctor_OK]

I'm so sorry to hear that. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family

[@amazonwater7778]

@@Doctor_OK thank you 🙏

[@Jess-wk5jo]

​@@amazonwater7778 did she have damage in both lungs

[@user-vh8cy2oo8s]

I was diagnosed with fibrosis on the right apex after having a chest x-ray. But the doctor says it is just a scar and no need to worry. Should I seek another opinion? Why the doctor take it lightly?

[@Doctor_OK]

If your X-ray is suggesting fibrosis then you will need to be under the respiratory team (specialist) who will likely arrange further diagnostic imaging to further assess this. However, sometimes a 'scar' can be caused after a chest infection and can get better with time- a repeat x-ray is usually done in 6 weeks or so to monitor. Hope this helps.

[@narayan12376]

Hii.how r u doing now

[@ashwinibudugumpi2876]

My father having same disease after diagnsosis he live only 6months😢

[@rayaisella6562]

My nephew had chronic cough for years. After 2 bronchoscopy with biopsy, his team of doctors diagnosed and treated him for chronic pneumonia and lung consolidation. 6 months now and still with cough and low oxygen. Now he has new dr and did not rule out ILD . Aren't those 2 bronchoscopy, biopsy and numerous ct scans not enough to diagnose him with ILD if he has it? Bec their findings is chronic pneumonia. Btw his cough is with phlegm all the time not dry. But im still worried about fibrosis.

[@viennavellzcatalan8898]

last month i have cough,,then im taking more capsules such us guafenisin brcause i have a phlegm,,wth in two weeks past,after two weeks,im okey,, at month of january,,then ds now month of feb.i have a cough again,starting yesterday,so doc what can i do for now,,

[@harryorwell1906]

Sounds like my symptoms. I have been diagnosed idiopathic pneumonia with features of autoimmune. I was referred to the University of Kentucky lung speciality clinic. Dr Camac and my wife and I love her.

[@rayaisella6562]

@@harryorwell1906 how are you now?

[@harryorwell1906]

I am doing good Dr Camac started me on CellCept. This is a anti-rejection medicine given to people with transplants. It will keep my immune system from attacking my lungs. I gor the pneumonia vaccine and shingles vaccine before starting it

[@vincentabella5274]

is there any treatmenr for fibrosis

[@Doctor_OK]

Unfortunately, no cure available currently however there are treatment options to slow the progression of the disease and help control the symptoms.

[@jereymyhnaagas5324]

​@@Doctor_OK😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@user-bx5uq2tt1x]

There are many pulmonaty fibrosis cases here in the philippines like me,there is no problem wirh it,we can still work everyday as normal.all we experience is discremination in applying for work abroad specially in middle east.they dont want applicant with pulmonary fibroses.but country like south korea and many western country and richer than middle east,is ok.i funish work in south korea for 5 years with my pulmonary fibrisis in there is no problem.while in middle east they reject me.

[@nadiassompia8383]

Hi po same case po tayo I was hired in Saudi unfortunately the results of my medical is unfit to work because of my x-ray 😢..anu po ginawa nyo para ma approved sa Korea need pa po ng clearance for your pulmonologist po ba?

[@angstoryanishaun5780]

Wow...c god na ang nag push para mabasa ko tong message na ito. May facebook b kayo sir? Pwd pa add? Direct message sana kita. May problem kasi ako ngaun pag xray ko fibrosis din ako. Work here as a waiter. Pero nag study po ako ng korean language pra mka punta sa south korea. Sir patulong po kahit advice lng kung anu gagawin ko

[@DatuHammodMatinggawanin-gj7qq]

Sna d mngyyri s akin tu huhu may pulmonary fibrosis dn Po Ako yn Kc lumabas s x-ray ko huhu ng pawaiver n Ako sna mtuloy p dn Ako pngarap ko mkaalis ulit pra s pmilya at mga anak ko😢😢😢Saudi inaplyan ko ngyn😭

[@mjpalama2065]

@@DatuHammodMatinggawanin-gj7qq hello po. Meron din po akong pulmonary fibrosis ngayon ko lang nalaman. Pa Saudi din po sana ako kasi lang na unfit na ako. Di na po ako matuloy

[@DatuHammodMatinggawanin-gj7qq]

@@mjpalama2065 hi ma'am d tinanggap ng clinic waiver ko n galing s amo ko Ang nkkainis pinabsa p s Doh mas Lalo Ako giunfit dun Ang result .hnggang ngdecide nlg ung agency ko n mg full med s ibng clinic kht gumastus Ako ulit ayun April 23 ngfull med Ako s ibng clinic s awa ng Diyos fit to work Po Ako at ngyn paalis n papunta Saudi thank you Lord

[@user-sk5dt8qj2n]

My x ray diagnosis i have left lower lobe fibrosis, is there cure doc

[@DatuHammodMatinggawanin-gj7qq]

Same 😢

[@user-fq7zg5bv9d]

I have no cough but i still have plema

[@kentstructures4388]

Any update on your diagnosis? Had an annual xray last week and result was same as yours.. thanks..

[@kimcarig714]

what's the meaning of residual fibrosis? is it the same with pulmonary fibrosis?

[@mr.burnok945]

Kamusta napo update po ?same Po tayo residual lng..

[@juvysemillano225]

Doc me i have pulmonary fibrosis but i have no symptoms

[@RH-xd3nx]

How are you doing now?

[@Azan-rb6gk]

Need Urdu translation

[@amarnathsawant3322]

My brother is diagnosed, he is on oxygen all the time, how can we cure it

[@Doctor_OK]

Unfortunately, no cure available currently however there are treatment options to slow the progression of the disease and help control the symptoms.

[@user-zl5sj4zn4s]

My was mold

[@kv7654]

My dad has IPF. He’s on oxygen level 7 at rest, and 8 while walking now. Even with that, loses breath almost instantly while walking. Terrible disease.

[@ellenbradley1880]

CT scan showed I had Mild biapical pleuroparenchymal scarring.

[@rosaurotobias3660]

What does the doctor recommend to u sir

[@ellenbradley1880]

@@rosaurotobias3660 hasn't told me nothing I read it on My Chart. if I am reading it right. it all ties in with me having emphysema. I smoke for almost 40 years.

[@jereymyhnaagas5324]

My xray results said i have fibrosis at the right upper lobe..the reason y can't go abroad..and dr.advice me to undergo 6months of medicine...what i ask is is there any posiblities that my fibrosis will disappear aftertaking of 6months med.?

[@apeudaebora628]

6 months med for tuberculosis?

[@catherinejiminez9428]

My daughter had it she died she died at 30 2 years ago

[@Doctor_OK]

I'm so sorry to hear that. Its tragic, especially at such a young age. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family

[@angelica8721]

Need medicine?

[@vishalchaudhary-nf6gr]

It depends on health condition, many cases can be recovered with home remedies and preventions if it's not getting control, then medicines are needed, Planet Ayurveda's expert team provides the best consultation and herbal remedies to maintain the overall health

[@dorothydean8643]

The AI voice and lack of a full name causes me to question whether or not the author here is a doctor. Or any kind of medical professional.

[@Doctor_OK]

Hi, thank you for your feedback. This is something that I am hoping to change in the near future. Currently, I unfortunately do not enough time to dedicate to youtube. As a doctor, I feel patient education is of paramount importance. This information and my channel is simply there to help anyone watching. Regards, Dr O Khan

[@helentulang3734]

@@Doctor_OK i have minimal fibrotic densities rigth apex this is serious doc ??

[@sweetie6947]

​@@helentulang3734what did the doc tell you? I have same diagnosis as urs. I plan to go to my doc tomorrow. This is really scary

[@jessabanglos6946]

Thank you

[@Marc_de_Car]

Thank you