Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a type of lung disease that results in scarring of the lungs, also known as fibrosis. Over time, the fibrosis gets increasingly worse so that it becomes hard for those with the condition to simply take in a deep breath to get the oxygen they need. However, it is not clear what the cause of this condition is, and while there are two treatments that can help slow the rate at which IPF progresses, there is currently no treatment that can stop or reverse the scarring of the lung. However, recent research may be paving the way towards a new approach for the treatment for IPF.
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Promising steps towards a treatment for pulmonary fibrosis.
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What a great advancement for pulmonary fibrosis this could be, looks hopeful. As, my physician, (who tolerates me and all my questions)....a advancement in one lung diseases helps all the others.
Thank you again, 2greys,
Take good care,
Stay well,
Meg
This is exciting news, some hope for IPF patients in the not too distant future. Many thanks for sharing 2G's.
Keep well. L.
Great news 2greys would be wonderful if this came in time to help John. 🥰
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