Who is at risk for IPF?

FAQ

IPF (Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis) is a type of chronic lung disease that can affect anyone, but it is more commonly diagnosed in individuals who are:

  1. Age 60 and over: IPF primarily affects individuals who are 60 years old and above.
  2. Male: IPF is more common in men than in women.
  3. Smokers: Individuals who smoke or have a history of smoking are at a higher risk of developing IPF.
  4. Have a family history of IPF: There is a small risk of IPF being hereditary, so individuals with a family history of the disease are at an increased risk.
  5. Exposure to environmental factors: Exposure to certain environmental factors, such as asbestos, wood dust, metal dust, and silica dust, can increase the risk of developing IPF.

It is important to note that while certain factors increase the risk of developing IPF, the exact cause of the disease is unknown, hence the name idiopathic.

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