Pulmonary Fibrosis

Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease process where the tissue in your lungs become “scarred” ( thick and stiff). This can cause you to feel short of breath because oxygen is not able to come in and out of the airways as easily. Pulmonary fibrosis can be caused by environmental pollutants, recurring infections, radiation treatments, certain medications, interstitial lung diseases and connective tissue disorders. Common symptoms can include shortness of breath, cough, fatigue, weight loss, and clubbing of the fingers.