Fibrosis
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Treatment for Cystic FibrosisThis article discusses five treatment options for cystic fibrosis.
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Cystic Fibrosis: A Personal Story - Part One: The DiscoveryThis is an interview about being diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. This is a first in the series. -
Strategies for Feeding Picky Eaters Who Have Cystic FibrosisThere is no magic method for getting a picky eater to change his ways, but these easy strategies helped me entice an active boy with cystic fibrosis to sit down and eat. -
Your Help is Needed to Find a Cure for Cystic FibrosisThe Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) has plenty of events planned for 2007. Check out how you can get involved and help find a cure for this devastating disease.
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Common Signs and Symptoms of Cystic FibrosisThis article details the five most common signs and symptoms of cystic fibrosis.
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Cystic Fibrosis: A Personal Story About Experiences with PortsMy friend "Eleanor" is one of the longest living survivors of Cystic Fibrosis. She has undergone many medical treatments, and has agreed to share her experiences with ports and stents with us.
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Cystic Fibrosis Steals Time and Breath from MeThis is a written transcript of my speech given at the Cystic Fibrosis Spring Gala. -
Secrets of Living with Cystic FibrosisI am a college student with cystic fibrosis. It is possible to follow your dreams, even when you have a serious medical condition.
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More Women with Cystic Fibrosis Are Becoming MothersOnce a fatal childhood illness, people with Cystic Fibrosis are now living longer than ever. Many women with this disease are now facing the question on whether or not they want to have children of their own.
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Coping with Home Infusion Therapy for Cystic FibrosisMany cystic fibrosis patients are well-seasoned professionals when it comes to managing the schedule of home IV therapy; for the newly diagnosed or parents who are learning the home IV routine for the first time, it can all be a bit overwhelming.
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Cystic Fibrosis Coping with the CF Cough: Coughing like a ProCoughing with Cystic Fibrosis can be a good thing.
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Tips and Tricks to Keep Kids with Cystic Fibrosis in SchoolAs long as their health allows it, school is a good place for a child with Cystic Fibrosis to be.
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The Benefits of Exercising when You Have Cystic FibrosisExercise for those with Cystic Fibrosis is considered a very valuable and essential routine in their daily life.
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Clubbing of the Fingertips and Toes in Cystic Fibrosis Patients & OthersClubbed fingers and toes are always secondary to other pathological issues, it is necessary to find the cause of the clubbing, a possible cause could be Cystic Fibrosis.
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The Cystic Fibrosis Sweat Test is PainlessThe Cystic Fibrosis Sweat Test is done in order to see how much salt is in the sweat.
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The Wide Variety of Cooking Ingredients for Those with Cystic FibrosisBalancing the demands of an active lifestyle and increased caloric intake can be difficult for people with cystic fibrosis. Roberta Jean frequently has little time or patience, thanks to an empty stomach, to wait for substantial meals.
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The Right Way To Tell a Child He or She Has Cystic FibrosisWhen a child receives a diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis, the parent and child will most likely go through a range of emotions including: anger, denial, guilt, fear and uncertainty
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Cystic Fibrosis or Cycstic Fibrosis?The spelling isn't the only thing that is confusing about Cystic Fibrosis.
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Keeping Cystic Fibrosis in Mind When You CookFor anyone with cystic fibrosis, getting enough protein and calories are always twin concerns.
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Cystic Fibrosis vs. Cystic Fibroses: Misspellings & MisconceptionsCystic fibrosis is not an easily understood disease or even easily spelled, unlike-say-cancer or AIDS. For instance, google using a common misspelling, say "cystic fibroses", and the page will ask "do you mean Cystic fibrosis?"
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Cystic Fibrosis or Systic Fibrosis?The spelling of cystic fibrosis is not the only confusing thing about CF. Below is a few examples of misconceptions.
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Cystic Fibrosis or Systicfibrosis?A guide of the most common mistakes that people make about Cystic Fibrosis
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Stem Cells & Cystic Fibrosis: Without Judgment but With PossibilitiesMy position here is to share the possibilities of stem cell research and cystic fibrosis, I am not here to judge, only to share information.
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Cystic Fibrosis: Coping with the CF Cough for a Better Quality of LifeExtensive coughing can be a burden for those with Cystic Fibrosis, it can also place strain on family members, friends and co-workers.
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Exercise and Cystic FibrosisAs long as certain things are not overlooked, it is okay to exercise with cystic fibrosis.
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Cystic Fibrosis Can Cause Clubbing of the Fingertips and ToesFinger clubbing is a benign symptom of cystic fibrosis and other obstructive pulmonary diseases. -
Feeding Those with Cystic FibrosisBecause of their illness; the bodies of those with cystic fibrosis do not absorb the nutrients in food. That's why they need to consume a lot of calories.
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Life-Lengthening Treatments for Cystic FibrosisThere is no cure for cystic fibrosis. However, there are a number of treatments that will not only extend the life of a patient, but also will improve that person's quality of life.
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The New Girl in Class Has Cystic FibrosisA new high school classmate introduced us to the world of the cystic fibrosis sufferer.
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Sometimes Cystic Fibrosis is the Tie that Binds Families TogetherFamily members of cystic fibrosis sufferers have their own burdens to bear, but end up being a closer family because of it.
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Telling a Child He or She Has Cystic FibrosisBe sure that a child afflicted by cystic fibrosis will ask about it, and prepare for that moment.
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Considering the Benefits and Risks of Lung Transplantation for Cystic Fibrosis PatientsThere is a lot of research and contradiction in the medical field as to the risks and complications of lung transplant surgery in Cystic Fibrosis patients versus the possible years of extended life of Cystic Fibrosis patients with the lung transplant surgery.
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Stem Cells & Cystic Fibrosis: What Are the Possibilities?There are three different types of stem cell research being done at this time for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. Here is an overview.
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Lung Failure in Cystic Fibrosis Patients: Prevention, Therapy and MedicationRespiratory failure is the most common cause of death for Cystic Fibrosis carriers. However, some Cystic Fibrosis carriers die due to liver disease, heart failure, internal bleeding or complications from a surgery.
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The Benefits of Exercising when You Have Cystic FibrosisThe risk of dehydration in patients with cystic fibrosis is a legitimate concern, however, it is not reason enough to exclude people with cystic fibrosis from participating in as many normal activities as possible.
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Treating Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms NaturallyWhile cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease with no known cure, it is still possible to use all-natural products to alleviate some of the symptoms of the disease.
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Cystic Fibrosis or Cystic Fibrois? Common Misconceptions about CF, Starting with Its SpellingCystic fibrosis has gotten more publicity in recent years, but misconceptions about the disease are still common. This article addresses some of those misconceptions.
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All-Natural Treatments for Cystic FibrosisWhile medical treatment should not be avoided, there are several all-natural treatments for cystic fibrosis that should be explored.
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Treatment Options for Cystic FibrosisCurrent treatment options for cystic fibrosis focus on clearing the respiratory airways, preventing lung damage by treating infections, and providing proper nutrition. -
Cystic Fibrosis TreatmentsCystic fibrosis still has no cure to it. But there are many treatments prescribed in order to live with this illness.
