Thursday, February 19, 2009
How possible is it that a cure will be found?
It is certainly possible that a cure will be found soon. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is working as diligently as possible to find a cure. With all the technology and drugs these days a cure has to be found soon.
What limitations does the person have?
It has been said that kids with CF tend to live a fuller life. They can go to school and play sports. Some go through college and start a family. There aren't really any limitations to CF patients.
What is everyday life like? What is the quality of life?
If you have CF you must do numerous things to make sure you remain as healthy as possible.
- Eating healthy
- Avoiding tabacco smoke
- Washing hands often
- Exercising often
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Performing physical therapy for chest daily
- Getting annual vaccinations
- Taking prescribed medicine
How can Cystic Fibrosis be treated?
CF treatment is given to patients in order to:
- Control lung infections
- Get rid of the thick mucus
- Get rid of intestine blockages
- Give good nutrition
Some antibiotics may be given to the patient to keep airways clear and to help with other lung problems caused by CF.
What is the life expectancy of someone with Cystic Fibrosis?
In the 1980s the life expectancy was 14 years.
In the 1990s the life expectancy was 18 years.
And now the life expectancy is 35 years.
In the 1990s the life expectancy was 18 years.
And now the life expectancy is 35 years.
What are the physical symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis?
The most common symptoms of CF are the following:
- Consistent coughing that brings up phlegm
- Consistent bronchitis and pneumonia which leads to permenant lung damage
- Skin has salty taste
- Dehydration
- Infertility (mainly in men)
- Constent diarrhea
- Large appetite and little weight gain
- Stomach pain caused by intestinal gas
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