Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain dies at 73 from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at 73 from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a chronic lung disease that thickens and stiffens lung tissue, making it hard to breathe. His passing has highlighted the seriousness of this condition. IPF develops when lung tissue becomes scarred, but the exact causes remain unknown. Risk factors include age, smoking, and family history. The disease is more common in men and typically diagnosed in older adults. Currently, there is no cure for IPF. Treatments like medications, oxygen therapy, and lung transplants can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, are also recommended.