Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis: A simple guide
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a critical lung disease that causes scar tissue to form in the lungs, creating difficulty breathing and worsening over time. Currently, there isn't a cure for IPF. However, an early diagnosis allows for an effective treatment plan to slow the disease process.
IPF causes scar tissue to grow and build up in the lungs. Not only does it make breathing more difficult, but it also slows down oxygen from traveling through the blood to the rest of the body.
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