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Pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic lung disease in which repeated injury to lung tissue leads to scarring, or fibrosis, that stiffens the lungs and makes breathing increasingly difficult. Causes include autoimmune conditions, long-term exposure to environmental or occupational hazards such as asbestos or silica, certain medications, and in many cases no identifiable cause is found, which is called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

The most common symptoms are a persistent dry cough and progressive shortness of breath, especially during physical activity. Other symptoms can include fatigue, unexplained weight loss, aching muscles and joints, and clubbing of the fingers or toes in more advanced cases.

Diagnosis typically involves a combination of high-resolution CT scan of the chest, pulmonary function tests including spirometry and diffusion capacity measurement, blood tests to evaluate for autoimmune causes, and sometimes a surgical lung biopsy for definitive pathological confirmation.

Currently there is no cure for pulmonary fibrosis, and the lung scarring that has already developed cannot be reversed. However, FDA-approved antifibrotic medications can slow the rate of disease progression, and supportive treatments such as supplemental oxygen and pulmonary rehabilitation can improve symptoms and quality of life.

The only FDA-approved antifibrotic drugs specifically for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are nintedanib and pirfenidone, which are specialist-prescribed medications not available on every telehealth formulary. Corticosteroids such as prednisone and immunosuppressants may be used for autoimmune-related forms of the disease. Supportive treatments including mucolytics, oxygen therapy, and management of comorbidities are also part of comprehensive care. A physician will determine the right approach based on your specific diagnosis.

Supplemental oxygen is recommended when resting or exertional oxygen saturation falls below safe levels, typically when blood oxygen drops to 88 percent or below on exertion. Oxygen therapy does not stop disease progression but can relieve breathlessness, improve exercise tolerance, and protect the heart from complications of chronic low oxygen levels.

Doctronic uses AI-powered evaluation to gather your symptoms and health history, which is then reviewed by a licensed physician. The physician creates a personalized treatment plan and can coordinate prescriptions or referrals as appropriate. The entire process happens online, so you can access care from the comfort of your home.

Yes. Doctronic works exclusively with licensed physicians, and all clinical decisions are doctor-reviewed and audited for quality. The platform is HIPAA-compliant, meaning your health information is kept private and secure. Doctronic is available to adults 18 and older in any U.S. state.