S: Pulmonary fibrosis – all you need to know

This series of 15 videos covers everything you need to know about pulmonary fibrosis – from causes and symptoms to diagnosis, treatment and long-term management. 

 

🎥 Watch the Video: Pulmonary fibrosis – all you need to know (15 short videos)

 

Professor Porter discusses the following in 15 short videos:

Video A: What is pulmonary fibrosis?

• What is pulmonary fibrosis?
• What part of the lung does pulmonary fibrosis affect?
• What causes pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can smoking cause pulmonary fibrosis?
• How many types of pulmonary fibrosis are there?
• Does rheumatoid arthritis or systemic sclerosis lead to pulmonary fibrosis?

Video B: Pulmonary fibrosis vs idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

• What does pulmonary fibrosis actually mean?
• Why does pulmonary fibrosis make the lungs stiff?
• Are there really over 200 causes of pulmonary fibrosis?
• What’s the difference between pulmonary fibrosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
• Why is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis its own separate diagnosis?
• Does idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis only affect older men?
• Can younger people or women get idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis too?
• Is pulmonary fibrosis an umbrella term?
• What percentage of men/women get pulmonary fibrosis?

Video C: Who is at risk from pulmonary fibrosis?

• Who is at risk from pulmonary fibrosis?
• Is having a relative with pulmonary fibrosis a risk factor?
• Is pulmonary fibrosis genetic?
• How do rheumatoid arthritis and systemic sclerosis affect the lungs?
• What exposures can cause pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can you get pulmonary fibrosis from smoking?
• Can radiotherapy cause pulmonary fibrosis?

Video D: Can pulmonary fibrosis be prevented?

• Can pulmonary fibrosis be prevented?
• Can you slow down the decline of pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can treating the cause-disease help pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can you reverse pulmonary fibrosis?
• What is progressive pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can you slow down the progress of PPF?

Video E: Symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis

• What are the symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis?
• Should you see your doctor if you’ve had a cough for over 6 weeks?
• Should you expect to get short of breath when you get older?

Video F: Diagnosing pulmonary fibrosis

• How do you diagnose pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can you diagnose pulmonary fibrosis by a CT scan?
• What is a high resolution CT scan (HRCT)?
• Can your GP arrange a scan if you think you have pulmonary fibrosis?
• How long does it take to get a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis?

Video G: Treatments for pulmonary fibrosis

• What are the treatments for pulmonary fibrosis?
• Are there non-drug treatments for pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can pulmonary rehab help in pulmonary fibrosis?
• Does oxygen therapy work in pulmonary fibrosis?
• How can exercising help pulmonary fibrosis patients?
• What is Nintedanib / Ofev?
• What is Pirfenidone / Esbriet?
• How do Nintedanib and Pirfenidone work in pulmonary fibrosis?
• What are the side effects of Nintedanib and Pirfenidone?
• Can you manage the side effects of Nintedanib and Pirfenidone?
• Can steroids help in pulmonary fibrosis?
• Are the treatments different for pulmonary fibrosis if you have an underlying cause?
• Is lung transplantation a cure for pulmonary fibrosis?
• Which pulmonary fibrosis patients are eligible for a lung transplant?

Video H: Lifestyle changes

• Which lifestyle changes can help in pulmonary fibrosis?
• What can I do to help manage my pulmonary fibrosis?
• How can exercise help pulmonary fibrosis patients?
• Which exercises are helpful in pulmonary fibrosis?
• How do I keep my muscles strong with pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can singing help my breathing?
• Should I stop smoking if I have pulmonary fibrosis?

Video I: Post diagnosis

• Can pulmonary fibrosis patients be monitored from home?
• How can I help a patient with pulmonary fibrosis at home?
• Can a patient monitor their pulmonary fibrosis symptoms at home?
• How often should I see my pulmonary fibrosis specialist doctor?

Video J: What are the stages of pulmonary fibrosis?

• What are the stages of pulmonary fibrosis?
• How do you define the stages of pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can lung function tests help in staging pulmonary fibrosis?

Video K: Is there a cure for pulmonary fibrosis?

• Can you cure pulmonary fibrosis or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?
• What is personalised medicine?
• Is pulmonary fibrosis a heterogeneous disease?
• Can you reverse pulmonary fibrosis?
• Does lung transplantation cure pulmonary fibrosis?

Video L: What is the life expectancy of pulmonary fibrosis?

• Can you predict life expectancy in pulmonary fibrosis or IPF?
• What is the life expectancy of progressive pulmonary fibrosis?
• What is the average life expectancy of a pulmonary fibrosis patient?
• How long will I live after a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

Video M: What are the complications in pulmonary fibrosis?

• What are the complications in pulmonary fibrosis?
• How does pulmonary fibrosis affect the lungs?
• Can pulmonary fibrosis affect the heart?
• What is pulmonary hypertension?
• How do you treat pulmonary hypertension in a pulmonary fibrosis patient?
• What is the biggest complication of pulmonary fibrosis?
• Are there different complications in IPF?
• Can IPF lead to lung cancer?
• What is sarcopenia?
• Can you get sarcopenia with pulmonary fibrosis?

Video N: Pulmonary fibrosis clinical trials

• Are there clinical trials in pulmonary fibrosis, PFF and IPF?
• Where can I take part in a clinical trial in pulmonary fibrosis?
• Can I participate in a pulmonary fibrosis clinical trial if I am already on treatment?
• What are the benefits of taking part in a pulmonary fibrosis clinical trial?
• What are the chances of receiving a placebo in a clinical trial?
• Do pulmonary fibrosis patients do better when they take part in a clinical trial?

Video O: Pulmonary fibrosis support

• What support is available for pulmonary fibrosis patients and their families?
• Is there support online or in the community?
• Which exercise classes are good for pulmonary fibrosis?
  • Visit Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis for their exercise videos 
• Where can I find breathing exercises to help with my shortness of breath?
  • Click here to see our breathing control videos 

 

 

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[Video published December 2025]