Pulmonary fibrosis is a disease where there is scarring of the lungs—called fibrosis—which makes it difficult to breathe. This is because the scarring causes the tissues in the lungs to get thick and ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) treatment typically involves procedures and medications that help clear the airways. Other treatments may include antibiotics, pancreatic enzymes, a high-calorie diet, and newer ...

Findings from a new Dartmouth-led study, published in the journal mBio, highlight key differences in the gut microbiome (communities of bacteria) of infants with cystic fibrosis (CF) compared to ...

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is the most common type of pulmonary fibrosis. It is a disease that causes scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs. The word "idiopathic" means it has no known cause.

Macrophage-to-myofibroblast transition (MMT) contributes to CaOx-induced fibrosis in nephrocalcinosis. EZH2 is the critical regulator that promotes kidney fibrosis by meditating MMT via the DUSP23 ...

Roughly one in five (21 percent) of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) deaths might be related to occupational exposures, according to research published in the March 6 issue of the U.S. Centers ...

The Charleston Mom Prom is a charity event hosted by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, bringing women together to help make a difference. Every dollar raised goes towards research efforts and treatments ...

I seesawed between steely independence and a longing to lean on others — to stop pretending I was coping when I was ready to ...

Medically reviewed by Yasmine S. Ali, MD, MSCI Cardiomegaly is the term used to describe an enlarged heart. It is most ...

He also saw a shadow on her chest X-ray. These symptoms ... “Tell me,” Val answered. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes a buildup of sticky mucus in the airways, pancreas ...