Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Senior Consultants
- Prof Lim Tow Keang
- Dr Khoo Kay Leong
Consultants
- Dr Amartya Mukhopadhyay
- Dr Gerald Chua Seng Wee
- Dr Khoo See Meng
- Dr Jason Phua
- Dr Chua Ai Ping
Associate Consultants
- Dr Low Seow Ping
- Dr Felicia Teo
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Definition
This disorder usually affects older people and involves scarring and degeneration of the lungs. Patients experience progressive shortness of breath and dry cough. Chest x-rays and scans of the lungs typically show scarring.
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Treatment and drugs
Treatment is focused on symptomatic relief and supportive measures such as oxygen and antibiotics where necessary.
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