Tabla Legend Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away at 73 in San Francisco due to complications of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was hospitalised for two weeks. Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis or IPF, is a chronic lung disease that affects tissues around the air sacs. Let us understand in detail.
Whom does it affect?
The disease usually affects adults over the age of 50. It increases risk as people age. It causes difficulty in breathing.
What are the symptoms?
Common symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis include persistent cough, shortness of breath, fatigue during physical activity, sudden weight loss, and breathlessness.
Who is at risk?
People who are current or former smokers are more at risk of getting infected with this disease. People with a family history of this can also be affected.
How to Diagnose?
It can be diagnosed through physical examination, CT scans, and lung biopsy. Get it done according to your doctor's prescription.
Information credits
In an exclusive interview with OnlyMyHealth, Dr Bhimasena Rao R S, Senior Consultant Pulmonology, Fortis Hospital Rajajinagar, Bangalore, shared this information.
Conclusion
This is general information about Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis or IPF. It is always advisable to discuss your symptoms with your doctor for an early diagnosis.