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Respiratory Disorders
Question #48468
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Treatment Options for Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) - #48468

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My wife is suffering ILD since 2007 now she is on LTOT 24 hours on oxygen from last 3 years any treatment for her disease pl reply

How has her condition changed over the years?:

- Worsened slightly

What other treatments has she tried for her ILD?:

- Antibiotics

Does she have any other health issues?:

- Diabetes
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