PF- A killer disease- the median survival period is one to three years after diagnosis.

Basically, the lung volume starts decreasing due to scarring of the tissue. The rate of diminishing lung capacity is high. The disease manifests itself in the decreased stamina, breathlessness on the slightest exertion and persistent cough.

Apparently there is no medication or operation which can reverse Pulmonary Fibrosis, once it has set in. Once the disease has advanced sufficiently, the patient needs supplemental Oxygen (has to be hooked to an Oxygen Cylinder at all times). Doctors try steroids to halt the progress or reduce the rate at which Pulmonary Fibrosis is advancing. But steroids are also of little help. And steroids have side effects…