Man Given One Year to Live After IPF Diagnosis: What You Need to Know
A 68-year-old man was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a serious and often underdiagnosed lung disease that causes lung scarring and difficulty breathing. Despite a grim prognosis, he underwent a lung transplant and has regained much of his lung capacity, highlighting the importance of early detection and awareness of symptoms like persistent dry cough and shortness of breath. IPF's cause remains unknown, and it primarily affects older adults, making awareness and prompt diagnosis crucial for better management.
