IPF, known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, is the most common type of pulmonary fibrosis. It causes scarring in the lungs, which creates stiffness of the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. There are five stages of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis such as mild, moderate, severe, early, and advanced. These stages are based on the pulmonary function tests.
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Streakiness seen in X-ray of lower lung. Could this be IPF?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 62-year-old male. I went for a routine X-ray, and the radiologist found some streakiness in the lower left lung. He said it appeared small and not significant, but it was adviced that I should come back in six months for a comparative X-ray and that it could just be a scar from... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Does not look worrisome (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Small streaks or fibrosis is usually due to old infection or collapses etc., The usual cause for such fibrosis is typically an infection and commonly found at such age groups. The probability ... Read Full »
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