You should only take Vivlodex for short periods of time to minimize the risk for side effects. Avoid serious health complications by taking Vivlodex as directed by your doctor and at the lowest dose possible for your condition.
Pulmonary rehabilitation â Pulmonary rehabilitation is a structured exercise program for people with chronic lung diseases, including PF, with the goal of restoring a patientâs ability to function without extreme breathlessness.
In some cases, lung diseases can lead to lung failure, or the inability of the lungs to efficiently transfer oxygen into the blood and carbon dioxide out of it. At this point, physicians can refer patients to a lung transplant center. 1  Tampa General Hospitalâs Lung Transplant Program accepts adult patients who have severe lung diseases, such as: 1  Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) â A progressive disease that leads to the breakdown of the air sacs within the lungs or the irritation of the lining of the airways.