Pulmonary Fibrosis

Question 1

What is Pulmonary Fibrosis

Answer 1

• Pulmonary Fibrosis is a restrictive disease caused by inflammation and scarring of the lungs
• A progressive condition where the scarring and inflammation build up, this build up is called fibrosis.
• Can be known as Cryptogenic Fibrosing Alveolitis or Usual Interstitial Pneumonia
• As a result there is reduced gas exchange

Question 2

Causes of Pulmonary Fibrosis

Answer 2

Occupational exposure, infection, virus, genetic link

Question 3

Symptoms of Pulmonary Fibrosis

Answer 3

Breathlessness, constant cough, tiredness, clubbing of fingers and toes