Pulmonary Fibrosis

Thanks FGT.

Another here sending a big hug and the hope for some reassurance for you going forward that progression is slow xx

Thankyou all. My appointment on Thursday with a GP was very depressing! He was all doom and gloom I came out thinking I hadn't much time left. I recognise how serious this is and will endeavour to remain positive. Thankyou Pamela you post has made me feel better. My big concern is for my husband , his dementia will not improve, it difficult already and will get worse. He needs me to be well and here and to be one step ahead all the time.
Pamela, I will read your post whenever I feel anxious, you have lifted my mood.
Louisa, you are correct. I have not and will not ask Dr Google.
Fingers crossed my appointment date will arrive soon . If not I will consider a private appointment.

When my DH was diagnosed about 6years ago I thought he would be dead in a year or two. He’s still fine and doesn’t appear to have deteriorated too much.
He saw the specialist who basically said that there wasn’t much that could be done and he hasn’t been back since.
Just keep as fit as possible. My DH still plays tennis although he’s not running about like he used to but then neither am I.
He’s 74 now.
Sending hugs

It’s a rather scary diagnosis but it might not progress at speed

Sending you biggest virtual hug 🤗🤗

Also sending positive vibes as things may look brighter when you find out more

Hugs for you 🤗

My mum was diagnosed with this at 86 ( shes 90 now) .....like you diagnosed after persistent cough....the condition has progressed...but not as fast as we were first led to beleive....try not to Google as the prognosis will all take you to the worst case scenarios....my mum walked 3 miles with us the other day...no problems.....its just inclines she can't do any more .....but its not all doom ....everyone is different....take care...I wish you well

No advice, I'm afraid, but I wish you well.
The charity Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis, where you might get some online support from others with the same condition.

Sending a huge hug x