Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Definition

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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic disease. It causes inflammation and fibrosis (scarring) of tissue in the lungs. It occurs most often in people aged 50-70.

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