Are You at Risk for Cystic Fibrosis?
Are You at Risk for Cystic Fibrosis? How do you know if you are at risk of getting cystic fibrosis? It can affect males and females and people from all ethnic groups. The disease...
Category: Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis was a mystery disease until the mid 1940’s. Then it was identified with the inability to clear mucus from the lungs and air passages. Some scientists and researchers believe it developed because of preventive measures taken for cholera. If a child was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in the 40’s they rarely survived childhood. In the 1970’s the survival rate of a child with cystic fibrosis was sixteen! Treatment was supportive in nature and did little more than improve their quality of life. Today there is still no known cure for cystic fibrosis but there are treatments and medications available that prolong life and give the patient a better quality of life. In 2006 the survival age of cystic fibrosis patients rose to the late 30’s.
Chest Physiotherapy – What Is It and How Does It Work?
Chest Physiotherapy – What Is It and How Does It Work? Most cystic fibrosis patients suffer from excessive mucus build up in the lungs and respiratory organs. This mucus is a normal substance found...
Children With Cystic Fibrosis
Children With Cystic Fibrosis Parents who have children have tough times and it can be heartbreaking. Parents often feel guilt because they blame themselves because they passed the mutant gene on to their child....
When Should You See A Doctor?
When Should You See A Doctor? If you suspect your child may have cystic fibrosis, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do you know you have a risk of passing on the mutant gene...
Complications Caused by Cystic Fibrosis
Complications Caused by Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is a disease that has no known cure. It can have devastating complications if not treated. Common and frequent complications are respiratory infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis,...
The Profile for Cystic Fibrosis
The Profile for Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that occurs when both parents carry the mutant CF gene. It is incurable but new advances are being found each year in finding...
Coping Skills After The Diagnosis
Coping Skills After The Diagnosis The diagnosis of cystic fibrosis can be devastating for families and the patient. Everyone will go through a range of emotions and each one on their own timetable! Some...
The History of Cystic Fibrosis
The History of Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis was a disease that has been around since the Middle Ages. Many infants with “salty” skin often died in infancy or young. These babies and children were...
Cystic Fibrosis—Life Threatening and Incurable
Cystic Fibrosis—Life Threatening and Incurable Cystic fibrosis has been around since medieval times. Infants in the middle ages who had “salty” skin were considered bewitched because they normally died during infancy. The disease is...
The Affect of Cystic Fibrosis on Children
The Affect of Cystic Fibrosis on Children Over 4,000 children are born with Cystic Fibrosis in the United States each year. They get the disease when both of their parents have the Delta F508...
Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis
Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms of cystic fibrosis will normally show in children by the age of three. Adults can be diagnosed with cystic fibrosis but that is usually rare. Each child may experience...
Strong Signs of the Presence of Cystic Fibrosis in The Body
Strong Signs of the Presence of Cystic Fibrosis in The Body Cystic fibrosis is a serious disease with life-threatening complications. It is important a patient have an early diagnosis so treatment can begin immediately....
Cystic Fibrosis and Alternative Medicine
Cystic Fibrosis and Alternative Medicine Alternative medicine may give hope to some cystic fibrosis patients. Although there is no known cure for this disease, there are a few simple steps to make the quality...
Standard Tests for Diagnosing Cystic Fibrosis
Standard Tests for Diagnosing Cystic Fibrosis The standard and most common test for cystic fibrosis is the sweat test. Mothers often are performing this test in a maternal way when they kiss their infant...
Cystic Fibrosis and Pregnancy
Cystic Fibrosis and Pregnancy Scientists and researchers recently released a study showing a decline in birthrates of babies with cystic fibrosis since genetic testing became available. The general public has more knowledge and understanding...
