Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Management and Treatment
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This video presents an an interview with Dr. Gerald Cox who answers questions about the management and treatment of IPF.
An interview with Dr. Gerald Cox
Dr. Gerald Cox, a professor of medicine in the Division of Respirology at McMaster University, conducts research into the basic mechanisms that control inflammation during respiratory diseases, and is head of acute clinical services at the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health of St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
I’ve been diagnosed with IPF. Now what happens?
- Understanding how IPF is affecting you with breathing and oxygen tests
- Assess how much your lungs are affected with CT scan
Can IPF be cured? What are the treatments?
- Slow down progression of disease
- Pirfenidone (Esbriet)
- N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Other Topics
- Can I get a lung transplant?
- What can I do to help my disease? Stay active and exercise as much as possible.
- Can I still smoke? Smoking can make IPF worse.
What other resources can I use for more information?
- Canadian Lung Association
- American Lung Association
- Pulminary Fibrosis Foundation
- Large universities that specialize in IPF
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Demystifying Medicine, Education, Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)
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