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How Long Does Pulmonary Fibrosis Take To Get Cured?
I was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis November 2015. my younger sister passed away 16 months after diagnosis with same. I missed 3 appointments, so now don t have medical assistance. Is the life span really 3 to 5 years? I also have rheumatoid arthritis.
Tue, 11 Sep 2018
Hi,
Though idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis has very restricted treatment. It can increase lifespan, which is 3 to 6 years (can be decided by knowing desaturation after 6 minutes walk test).
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Though idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis has very restricted treatment. It can increase lifespan, which is 3 to 6 years (can be decided by knowing desaturation after 6 minutes walk test).
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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