Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

Question 1

What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Answer 1

• unknown origin

- fibrosis of the lung tissue ie thickens due to scarring

Question 2

Describe the symptoms of IPF

Answer 2

• dry cough
• exertional dyspnoea
• weight loss
• malaise

Question 3

Describe the signs of IPF

Answer 3

• cyanosis

- clubbing

Question 4

Describe the tests for IPF

Answer 4

• bloods
• CXR
• Lung biopsy
• LFTs

Question 5

Describe the management of IPF

Answer 5

• O2
• pulmonary rehabilitation
• lung transplant