Pulmonary Fibrosis Information

• Pulmonary Fibrosis

Characterized by scarred lung tissue, pulmonary fibrosis is a disease that can result from other conditions. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis, explores the causes of this condition, and lists available treatments.

• Causes of Pulmonary Fibrosis

Radiation from cancer treatment and certain drugs are possible causes of pulmonary fibrosis. This eMedTV segment covers other factors that may cause the progressive disease and offers information on unknown pulmonary fibrosis causes.

• Symptoms of Pulmonary Fibrosis

Common symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis include shortness of breath and a dry cough that does not go away. This eMedTV resource lists other potentially serious pulmonary fibrosis side effects that may develop as the condition worsens.

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Diagnosis

In order to make a pulmonary fibrosis diagnosis, your doctor will need to perform a physical exam. This eMedTV Web page lists various diagnostic tests that may be used and discusses the factors your doctor will consider before making a diagnosis.

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Treatment

Pulmonary fibrosis treatment may include drugs, oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. This part of the eMedTV archives lists other options available for treating pulmonary fibrosis and describes each treatment option in more detail.

• Living With Pulmonary Fibrosis

At times, it can be difficult to cope with having pulmonary fibrosis. As this eMedTV page explains, some important things in living with pulmonary fibrosis is to get ongoing medical care, stay active, follow a healthy diet, and seek support as needed.

• Pulmonary Fibrosis Prognosis

The prognosis for pulmonary fibrosis varies from person to person. This eMedTV page lists the factors that your doctor will consider before making a pulmonary fibrosis prognosis and discusses the possible life expectancy for people with the disease.