Cystic Fibrosis 101 (10)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that affects 1 in 2500 children born in the United States. Take a crash course in the basics of CF and find answers to common questions about the disease.
Symptoms (9)
People generally think of cystic fibrosis (CF) as a respiratory disease. While it's true that lungs are greatly affected, CF is a genetic disease that produces symptoms in many parts of the body.
Diagnosis (10)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is usually diagnosed in early childhood when symptoms begin to appear. However, prenatal and newborn screening tests that can diagnose CF before symptoms appear are becoming increasingly common.
Treatment (29)
There is no cure for cystic fibrosis (CF), but with proper management the symptoms and complications often caused by CF can be controlled.
Alternative Treatments (5)
For those that prefer holistic or non-traditional disease management, there are some alternative treatment options for cystic fibrosis. Be sure to discuss these with your health care provider to determine a treatment balance that is right for you or your child.
Resources and Support (10)
Cystic fibrosis is a chronic disease that will require lifelong management. Don't try to go it alone! You'll want to hook up with as many support groups and resources as possible.
Living With CF (27)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) presents a unique set of challenges throughout each stage of the lifespan. With proper management, people with CF can conquer these challenges and live productive, quality lives.
Parenting a Child with CF (15)
Parenting a child with cystic fibrosis can sometimes feel like a juggling act. Find tips, resources, and information to help you develop a strategy to find the balance between meeting your child's special needs and the usual demands of parenthood.
Pregnancy and CF (6)
Some women with cystic fibrosis (CF) are infertile as a result of the disease, but this is not always the case. A pregnant woman with cystic fibrosis will require special management and should consult her health care provider early in her pregnancy.
Related Diseases (10)
With early diagnosis and proper treatment, complications of cystic fibrosis can be minimized but it is likely that there will be some bumps in the road along the way. Learn about common complications and strategies to prevent them before they happen.
Glossary (27)
Learn the meanings of common words and phrases that you may hear related to cystic fibrosis.
