What Are the Symptoms of
Pulmonary Fibrosis?
The most common symptom of PF is shortness of breath, especially
during exertion. Other symptoms include:
A dry, hacking cough Fast, shallow breathing
Shortness of breath,
especially walking
upstairs or inclines Weight loss
Fatigue
Clubbing
(a widening or rounding of the
tips of fingers and toes)
The severity of symptoms varies from person to person. Some patients may have
mild shortness of breath for years before being diagnosed. Shortness of breath
is typically greater with activity and can progress to being present at rest or with
minimal activity. It may even become difficult to breathe when taking a shower or
talking on the phone.
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