I was diagnosed about seven years ago with having a ILD.
After my lung biopsy was sent to Mayo clinic for definitive diagnosis. After blood testing it was discovered that I also have rheumatology arthritis and that it was the primary cause of my ILD. It’s not uncommon apparently to have the RA affect other organs of the body.
My recent visit and testing revealed that there is some progression of the ILD but at this time I’m not limited with the exception of using stairs which causes some SOB.
I do cough off and on, taking allergy meds seem to stop the cough, not sure the ILD is also a factor.
I hope this information was helpful, please feel free to ask other questions.
Jilly