Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is often misdiagnosed, as it shares some similarities with other lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. But the long-term effects and outlook for IPF are far different.
IPF vs. COPD vs. Asthma
Medically reviewed by Adithya Cattamanchi, MD on March 16, 2018 — Written by Kristeen Cherney
Medically reviewed by Adithya Cattamanchi, MD on March 16, 2018 — Written by Kristeen Cherney