About Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) - Lungs and You

About IPF

Learn about the symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), how it impacts your body, how it’s diagnosed, and more.

What Is IPF?
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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a rare and serious irreversible lung disease. ‘Idiopathic’ means that the cause of the disease is unknown. ‘Pulmonary’ means it’s a disease that…
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Lung Function and IPF
To understand idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) better, it’s important to understand how your lungs work. As you breathe in, the air goes from your mouth down your trachea…
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How IPF Affects the Body
If you think you could be suffering from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)—or even if you’ve already been diagnosed—you may feel confused and overwhelmed. We’re here to help...
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Possible IPF Risk Factors
The word “idiopathic” (id-ee-o-PATH-ick) means that the cause of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is unknown. However, although the connection is not clear, IPF seems to occur…
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Symptoms of IPF
The symptoms and severity of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) will vary from person to person. However, here are a few signs and symptoms to look for…
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Personalized Doctor Discussion Guide
When it comes to diagnosing IPF and other respiratory conditions, it’s important that your doctor understands your symptoms, possible risk factors, and medical history. The more information…
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How Is IPF Diagnosed?
Diagnosing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is often a long and difficult process. That’s because IPF is a rare disease that some doctors are not familiar with. Its symptoms…
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Tracking the Progression of IPF
If you’ve been diagnosed with IPF, your doctor will likely use tests to track how the disease progresses over time. Knowing how your condition is changing over time can help you…
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What Should I Expect as IPF Progresses?
The symptoms of IPF are not always noticeable or bothersome until the disease has already progressed. As the disease continues to progress, most patients with IPF experience…
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