Fibrosing Colonopathy in Cystic FibrosisCystic fibrosis (CF) can cause different complications in the body that may be mild to severe. They can also vary from person...reactionscomments
Genetic Counseling for Cystic FibrosisIf you have cystic fibrosis (CF) or if CF runs in your family, your doctor might suggest genetic testing. People get genetic...reactionscomments
Burkholderia Cepacia Complex and Cystic FibrosisLung infections and a decrease in lung function are the main reasons for lung transplants and death among people with cystic fibrosis...reactionscomments
Gastrostomy Tubes (G-Tubes) and Cystic FibrosisGaining weight can increase energy and reduce complications for people with cystic fibrosis (CF). However, about 85 percent of people with cystic...reactionscomments
Nutritional Status and CF-Related DiabetesCystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) is a unique form of diabetes among people with cystic fibrosis (CF). It is relatively common and can...reactions1comment
How Do Drugs Get Their Names?Most drugs on the market have 2 names. They have a brand name (like Tylenol), and a generic name (like acetaminophen). Unlike...reactions1comment
Constipation and CFThe majority of people have experienced the discomfort of constipation at one point in life. However, for some people, constipation is a...reactionscomments
What is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a...reactions1comment
Association Between Heartburn and Cystic FibrosisWe are all guilty of occasionally consuming too much of the "wrong food" -- spicy food, anyone? -- and ending up with...reactionscomments
Voting With A Health Condition: What To KnowVoting is a fundamental American right, but it has special meaning for people with disabilities or health conditions. Until federal laws like...reactionscomments
COVID-19 Vaccines For People With Lung ConditionsPeople living with cystic fibrosis face a higher chance of serious illness from the virus that causes COVID-19. Having other long-term lung...reactionscomments
How Can a Gastroenterologist Treat People with Cystic Fibrosis?When most people think of cystic fibrosis (CF), they think of difficulty breathing and clogged lungs. And they are not wrong. People...reactions4comments
Wide Awake: How CF Affects Sleep Sleep disturbances are extremely common in the general population, and can vary in their level of effect on quality of life. Insomnia...reactionscomments
Cystic Fibrosis and PneumothoraxPneumothorax is also known as a collapsed lung. It is caused by damage to the lung which then releases air into the...reactionscomments
Cystic Fibrosis and Crohn's DiseaseDoctors and researchers speculate that there may be a relationship between Crohn’s disease and cystic fibrosis (CF). However, research on the link...reactionscomments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from...reactionscomments
How Can Cystic Fibrosis Affect the Teeth?It might surprise you to know that people with cystic fibrosis (CF) generally have fewer cavities and cases of gum disease than...reactions2comments
Preparing For A Colonoscopy When You Have Cystic FibrosisColonoscopies are important in helping to screen and prevent colon cancer for everyone, but especially so for those with cystic fibrosis (CF)...reactionscomments
Cystic Fibrosis and Respiratory TherapyThis year, Respiratory Care Week will be celebrated throughout the United States during the week of October 25-31. If you or someone...reactionscomments
What to Expect at a Chest CT ScanCystic fibrosis (CF) is typically diagnosed by a sweat test or with genetic testing, but once a diagnosis has been made, a...reactionscomments
