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What is the definition of pulmonary phibrosis? is it linked to pulmonar hyper-tension? is there a cure for & how does it compare to pulmonary edima?

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Lung scarring: Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lung and comes in many types - some are amenable to treatment, some are not. It is often associated with pulm hypertension and not usually associated with pulm edema. Anyone with a diagnosis of pf should be seen by a pulmonologist so they can have their disease evaluated and poss treatments discussed.

Answered 11/27/2017

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