Tackle the Crackle! Know the signs of pulmonary fibrosis. Early pulmonary fibrosis detection is vital to slowing down the disease, so primary care professionals as well as average Canadians need to know PF can start with three common symptoms:
- Persistent cough that won’t go away after more than 3 months
- Shortness of breath after physical activity that was typically not a problem
- Ongoing fatigue, weight loss
If you have any of these symptoms ask your Dr. to listen for the tell-tale lung crackles.
Learn more about pulmonary fibrosis diagnosis and early symptoms