The effects of lung disease on those that have developed the condition go far beyond difficulty breathing. Although the lungs are among the strongest organs in the body, the detrimental effects of lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or interstitial lung disease (ILD) inevitably lead to a complete loss of lung function. This leads to many looking to a … Read more
For people with a very severe form of lung disease there are very few options for treatment. Lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease or pulmonary fibrosis, are terminal and have no known cure. Even with the availability of alternative treatments, some people do not find the relief they need from the harshening symptoms of their … Read more
There is no cure for black lung disease, so treatment usually focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life. Black lung, or coal worker’s pneumoconiosis (CWP), is an occupational lung disease that most commonly affects miners who have inhaled dust from coal over an extended period of time. A black lung treatment regimen will … Read more
If you live with pulmonary fibrosis, you’ve likely heard a lot about the scarring of the lungs. People with pulmonary fibrosis develop scar tissue in their lungs, which makes it difficult to breathe normally and fully. Let us explain what it means to have scarring of the lungs and pulmonary fibrosis. What Is Pulmonary Fibrosis? Pulmonary … Read more
National Donate Life Month Each April, the United States celebrates National Donate Life Month (NDLM). For one month, we think of the thousands of individuals patiently waiting for an organ such a lung that will change their life forever. Right now, there are nearly 124,000 people in the United States currently waiting for an organ transplant. But … Read more
With so many treatment options available, it can be challenging to figure out which options are best for you. For someone with lung disease, the pressure of living with a chronic condition while trying to find the right treatments can be overwhelming. Some of the current treatments available for people with lung disease include pulmonary rehabilitation, … Read more
Many people living with interstitial lung disease often wonder about their interstitial lung disease life expectancy. Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a category of chronic lung conditions that affect the interstitium. More than 200 types of interstitial lung diseases exist, such as pulmonary fibrosis. Many factors go into interstitial lung disease life expectancy. Here is the information you need … Read more
There are two major types of chronic lung disease. Obstructive lung disease Restrictive lung disease For example, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an obstructive lung disease. Pulmonary fibrosis is an example of restrictive lung disease. Obstructive and restrictive lung diseases share some common symptoms, such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and coughing. However, they are different types of lung … Read more
There are two major classifications for chronic lung diseases. One group of chronic lung diseases is classified as obstructive lung disease, which includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and emphysema. The other group is classified as restrictive lung disease. Examples of restrictive lung diseases include interstitial lung disease and pulmonary fibrosis. Understanding your condition is the first step to a better quality … Read more
Pulmonary fibrosis is a condition in which the tissue of the lungs becomes damaged and scarred. Many things can lead to pulmonary fibrosis, although doctors often cannot identify a specific cause. If you’re living with a chronic lung disease like pulmonary fibrosis (PF), interstitial lung disease (ILD) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you’ve likely heard your doctor talk … Read more