Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic disease in which the lung tissue becomes thick and stiff progressively, without an identifiable cause, which hinders the passage of oxygen into the blood.
Common symptoms:
- Shortness of breath that appears or intensifies with exertion.
- Persistent dry cough that does not let up easily.
- Tiredness and, at times, deformity in the tips of the fingers.
When is it advisable to seek care? When difficulty breathing interferes with everyday activities or the cough persists for weeks, a timely evaluation is worthwhile.
Which specialist treats it? The pulmonologist is the one who studies the functioning of the lungs and guides the follow-up of this condition. If you notice respiratory symptoms that do not improve, it is advisable to discuss them with this professional to understand your particular situation.
Data on 30 doctors who treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Which specialist treats idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
IPF (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis) is treated by a Pulmonologist, who oversees respiratory follow-up for this condition.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic disease in which the lung tissue becomes thick and stiff progressively, without an identifiable cause, which hinders the passage of oxygen into the blood.
Which doctor treats idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
IPF (idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis) is treated by a Pulmonologist, who oversees respiratory follow-up for this condition.