Helpful resources for IPF patients suffering from chronic cough
We have pulled together content from across multiple sources to help provide you with information and support across the US and UK.
Find a Specialist Near You
In addition to respiratory specialists, there are currently 8 cough clinics based in the UK. Patients will need to be referred to a specialist through their ILD consultant.
Join a Support Group
Support groups are a great way to connect with other IPF patients, caregivers, families, and friends. It is an opportunity to share experiences, emotional support, and information.
Current support group opportunities are available for both virtual and in-person meetings.
Helpful Videos
Suffering from chronic cough and think you may have IPF?
This information is designed to help patients better understand cough for those that have not been diagnosed with IPF. If you answered yes to all of the following questions, please talk to your physician as soon as possible to discuss your answers. This is not meant to diagnose patients with IPF chronic cough.
You have experienced cough for greater than or equal to 8 weeks1
You have been tested for asthma, COPD, or post-nasal drip and have not been diagnosed2
You have been prescribed inhaled corticosteroids and they were unsuccessful at reducing cough2
You have been prescribed acid reducers (antacids, proton-pump inhibitors) and they were unsuccessful at reducing cough2
You have been prescribed nonpharmacological therapy and they were unsuccessful at reducing cough2
Additional Research and Support
Support groups are a great way to connect with other IPF patients, caregivers, families, and friends. It is an opportunity to share experiences, emotional support, and information.
Current support group opportunities are available for both virtual and in-person meetings.
Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
European Pulmonary Fibrosis Federation
References
1. Morice AH, et al., Eur Respir J 2021 DOI:10.1183/16000617.0127-2021
2. Morice AH, et al., Eur Respir J, 2020 DOI: 10.1183/13993003.01136-2019
Trevi Therapeutics New Haven, CT.
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