2024年2月15日 · Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred. This thickened, stiff tissue makes it harder for the lungs to work properly. Pulmonary fibrosis worsens over time.

2024年2月15日 · Pulmonary fibrosis is a life-long lung condition that worsens over time. Having pulmonary fibrosis can cause fear, depression and stress. Here are some tips that may help you cope.

2024年2月15日 · Mayo Clinic offers the latest medicines to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, which may help slow the condition over time. Although pulmonary fibrosis is not common in babies and children, Mayo Clinic pediatric specialists have training and expertise in the care of children with this condition.

2024年11月23日 · IPF is a typically progressive lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred — what's known as fibrosis. Idiopathic means the cause isn't known. IPF can be seen on imaging and biopsy if a lung biopsy is taken.

2024年12月7日 · Cystic fibrosis is a disorder that damages your lungs, digestive tract and other organs. It's an inherited disease caused by a defective gene that can be passed from generation to generation. Cystic fibrosis affects the cells that produce mucus, sweat and digestive juices.

Pulmonary fibrosis is scarred and thickened tissue around and between the air sacs called alveoli in the lungs, as shown on the right. A healthy lung with healthy alveoli is shown on the left.

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a progressive fibrotic interstitial lung disease with a median survival of 2.5 to 5 years. Until 2014, lung transplantation was the only available treatment ― along with supportive therapies including oxygen, pulmonary rehabilitation, and the management of comorbidities such as obstructive sleep apnea or ...

2023年12月16日 · Some patients with pulmonary fibrosis have shortened telomeres, the caps on the ends of chromosomes that protect cells from aging. Identifying these patients is critical because, in their case, certain treatments like immunosuppressive therapies could be dangerous.

2023年11月8日 · Atelectasis is one of the most common breathing complications after surgery. It's also a possible complication of other respiratory problems, including cystic fibrosis, lung tumors, chest injuries, fluid in the lung and respiratory weakness. You may develop atelectasis if you breathe in a foreign object.

2024年12月7日 · This condition, passed down in families, causes damage to the lungs, digestive system and other organs. Learn about screening and newer treatments.