The signs and symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) develop over time. They may not even begin to appear until the disease has done serious damage to your lungs. Once they occur, theyre likely to get worse over time. The most common signs and symptoms are: Shortness of breath. This usually is the main symptom of IPF. At first, you may be short of breath only during exercise. Over time, youll likely feel breathless even at rest. A dry, hacking cough that doesnt get better. Over time, you may have repeated bouts of coughing that you cant control. Other signs and symptoms that you may develop over time include: Rapid, shallow breathing Gradual, unintended weight loss Fatigue (tiredness) or malaise (a general feeling of being unwell) Aching muscles and joints Clubbing, which is the widening and rounding of the tips of the fingers or toes Clubbing IPF may lead to other medical problems, including a collapsed lung, lung infections, blood clots in the lungs, and lung cancer. As the disease worsens, you may develop other potentially life-threatening conditions, including respiratory failure, pulmonary hypertension, and heart failure. 
What are the symptoms of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?