Stages of Pulmonary Fibrosis | American Lung Association
Pulmonary fibrosis often gets worse over time, but the rate of progression varies. Learn how physicians use symptoms, lung function tests, CT scans and other factors to stage PF and estimate life expectancy.
Compare the dosage, strength and frequency of different inhalers and dual combination inhalers for asthma and COPD. Asmanex HFA (mometasone furoate) is a single agent inhaler with doses ranging from 50 to 880 mcg twice daily.
This guide provides information on coverage, coding and documentation requirements for lung cancer screening with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT). It also covers implementation challenges and resources for stakeholders, including …
A comprehensive list of medicines for asthma and COPD, including quick reliever, maintenance, and combination therapies. LABA-LAMA is a type of triple therapy that combines inhaled corticosteroid, long-acting beta2-agonist, and long-acting muscarinic antagonist.
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What Is the Life Expectancy of Someone with Pulmonary Fibrosis?
Jun 7, 2024 — Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious disease with no cure, but research advancements can help people live longer and better. Learn how factors such as age, health, lifestyle and disease severity can affect your prognosis and what you can do to manage your condition.
Steps to Take if You Test Positive for COVID-19
Oct 30, 2024 — Learn how to care for yourself at home, prevent spreading COVID-19 to others, and return to usual activities after testing positive. Find out when to seek further treatment and what precautions to take if you have symptoms or were exposed.
How Is COPD Diagnosed? | American Lung Association
Jun 7, 2024 — Learn how COPD is diagnosed by a healthcare provider using symptoms, health history, physical exam and breathing tests. Find out how alpha-1 testing can help identify alpha-1 deficiency, a genetic condition that increases the risk of COPD.
Lung Cancer Awareness Month - American Lung Association
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to unite against the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Learn about lung cancer screening, biomarker testing, and share your story or social media posts to raise awareness.
Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy | American Lung Association
Jun 7, 2024 — Learn how robotic-assisted bronchoscopy (RAB) can help diagnose lung nodules or masses with a small, flexible tube and a 3-D map. Find out who is eligible, how to prepare, what to expect and what are the risks of this procedure.