Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

The signs and symptoms of IPF develop over time. Symptoms may be different between people and may develop slowly or quickly.

Signs and symptoms
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

The most common signs and symptoms are:

  • Shortness of breath that gets worse over time. At first, you may be short of breath only during exercise. Over time, you may feel breathless even at rest.
  • A dry cough that gets worse. You may have repeated bouts of coughing that you cannot control.

Other signs and symptoms may include:

  • Aching muscles and joints
  • Clubbing , which is a widening and rounding of the tips of the fingers or toes
  • fatigue
  • Gradual, unintended weight loss
  • Generally feeling unwell
  • Rapid, shallow breathing

Complications
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

Complications of IPF may include the following:

Look for
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

  • Diagnosis will discuss tests and procedures used to detect signs of IPF and help rule out other conditions that may mimic IPF.
  • Treatment will explain treatment-related complications or side effects.
  • Living With will explain what to do if symptoms worsen or come back after treatment.