Question 1

what is retroperitoneal fibrosis?

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Chronic scarring: Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis is a chronic non-specific inflammation of the retroperitoneum, which can entrap and obstruct important structures, notably the ureters.   The average age of diagnosis is about 55 years and the male:female ratio was 3:1.  Options for treatment include corticosteroids, other immunosuppressive and hormonal treatment (such as tamoxifen), as well as surgery.

Question 2

how do docs treat retroperitoneal fibrosis?

Accepted Answer

Manage symptoms: Retroperitoneal fibrosis is one of those chronic disorders without a cure. It causes scarring behind the abdominal organs. Can narrow veins, arteries, urine conduits, ureters. Docs use stents, vacualr bypasses, filters and monitoring to manage the consequences. Long term anticoagulation is often required, as are compression devices for the legs.

Question 3

i have pelvic pain, could this be caused by retroperitoneal fibrosis?

Accepted Answer

Ok sure: But could be constipated too.

Question 4

per my medical records for an ileostomy reversal surgery i underwent, it states the surgeon did a renal autotransplant involving retroperitoneal fibrosis. normal procedure? explain, please.

Accepted Answer

Not usual: When you were operated on they found scar tissue in the retroperitoneal area where the kidney is. It was probably hampering the kidney's function, so they disconnected it and moved it to a more favorable location. They did you a great service by protecting that kidney. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 5

what medicine to be apply for the lingular discoid fibrosis that found during x-ray. they told left and right upper lobe. please advise soon.

Accepted Answer

It depends: on the extent of the fibrosis, the cause of the fibrosis, and your symptoms.  Fibrosis is essentially scarring and cannot be reversed.  Fibrosed lung does not exchange oxygen.  If mild, it may be due to an old inflammation/infection and require no treatment.  If ongoing or progressive, it could lead to  breathing difficulties, so you need to talk to your doc about what it means in your situation.

Question 6

what types of medicines are used to treat pulmonary fibrosis?

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Don't know: I am not a pulmonologist. I would refer you to our healthtaps specialists or private pulmonologist for correct information. My practice is limited to surgery and self-healing meditation to treat cancers and chronic illnesses as a secondary support management.

Question 7

is it possible to treat advance stage of oral submucous fibrosis without surgery? can it be treated with medicines only? please help. thanks a lot.

Accepted Answer

Usually not: You're calling this advanced, and the objective of treatment is eradication. So the regimen may require surgery, radiation, and/or chemo. What your doctors think is necessary for a cure; ask them for a full explanation of treatment strategy and options.

Question 8

they say an early liver fibrosis is reversed (with no altered structure) once the underlying cause is removed. does the reversal of fibrosis happen itself or with the help of medicines? i mean, does the liver reverse the fibrosis itself?

Accepted Answer

: The liver to a great extent could self heal when the cause of injury is removed; it may take a few years however. The liver could regenerate without need of any medication.

Question 9

is ofev a good treatment drug for pulmonary fibrosis with afib? since its new, what are the statics on prognosis of life? older statics show 3-5 years. wondering what it is with ofev? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Never use abbreviations in medicine. They can be deadly.  Please redo question with no abbreviations.

Question 10

is ofev (nintedanib) a good treatment drug for pulmonary fibrosis with afib? since its new, what are the statics on prognosis of life? older statics show 3-5 years. wondering what it is with ofev? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Best is to consult a pulmonary physician, as degree of pulmonary fibrosis and subsequent effectiveness of nintedanib vary.

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I have pelvic pain, could this be caused by retroperitoneal fibrosis?

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Per my medical records for an ileostomy reversal surgery i underwent, it states the surgeon did a renal autotransplant involving retroperitoneal fibrosis. normal procedure? explain, please.

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What medicine to be apply for the lingular discoid fibrosis that found during x-ray. they told left and right upper lobe. please advise soon.

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What types of medicines are used to treat pulmonary fibrosis?

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Is it possible to treat advance stage of oral submucous fibrosis without surgery? can it be treated with medicines only? please help. thanks a lot.

A member asked:

They say an early liver fibrosis is reversed (with no altered structure) once the underlying cause is removed. does the reversal of fibrosis happen itself or with the help of medicines? i mean, does the liver reverse the fibrosis itself?

A member asked:

Is ofev a good treatment drug for pulmonary fibrosis with afib? since its new, what are the statics on prognosis of life? older statics show 3-5 years. wondering what it is with ofev? thanks?

A member asked:

Is ofev (nintedanib) a good treatment drug for pulmonary fibrosis with afib? since its new, what are the statics on prognosis of life? older statics show 3-5 years. wondering what it is with ofev? thanks?

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