Question 1

Why can't cystic fibrosis patients be near each other?

Accepted Answer

Patients with cystic fibrosis are highly susceptible to lung infections. As a result, if they spend a lot of time together, they can readily swap infections. This is one case where you should shun your parents' otherwise good advice on sharing.

Question 2

What does a typical cystic fibrosis patient look like and feel like?

Accepted Answer

Not clear what is being asked. Are you looking for information or looking for a physician for cystic fibrosis? A starting point would be your general physician who can refer you to a specialist, if needed.

Question 3

Can you explain what exactly happens in the body of a cystic fibrosis patient (in detail please)?

Accepted Answer

this is a massive topic to be explained here (in detail)

Question 4

What is done to improve the immune system of a cystic fibrosis patient?

Accepted Answer

CF is a genetic defect and at this time, it cannot be repaired. Companies such as sangamo pharmaceuticals are working on cures for mono-genetic diseases, and maybe someday a cure could become  available.

Question 5

Is palliative care usually covered by insurance for cystic fibrosis patients?

Accepted Answer

Palliative care should be covered by insurance, regardless of the underlying diseases a person has. One can call her insurance company to check. Palliative care can be really helpful when a patients diseases can no longer be improved by medical treatments.

Question 6

For what reasons might the pancreas get blocked by mucus in cystic fibrosis patients?

Accepted Answer

The secretions in cystic fibrosis are more viscous (thicker) than normal and interfere with normal drainage resulting in blockages of the bronchial tubes of the lung with resultant pneumonia and lung injury. Similar issues involve the pancreas. Newborns with the disease frequently have difficulty passing their bowel movements.

Question 7

Would it be possible for someone to donate a lung to a cystic fibrosis patient when you are a smoker?

Accepted Answer

If your pulmonary function tests show both lungs to have adequate capacity and no significant emphysema then it could be possible. Bear in mind that you both have to be able to live relatively normal lives on the single remaining lung. Both you and the recipient should avoid being in the same room with a cigarette!

Question 8

Is cbavd sensitive for cystic fibrosis? in other words, if a male patient has both vas deferens, can it be assumed they do not have cystic fibrosis?

Accepted Answer

generally absence of vas deference is associated with cystic fibrosis. However to make a definite diagnosis of caustic fibrosis you need the chromosomal test.

Question 9

How does gene therapy help a cystic fibrosis patient?

Accepted Answer

Trying to replace the faulty gene has been a failure so far. The new science of epigenetics tells us that our genes (even "bad" ones) are changed by diet and life style. I havegiven children with CF vitamin supplements. They help greatly but there is no cure. Find a physician who uses nutrient treatment.

Question 10

Is a high calorie, high fat or high protein diet beneficial to young cystic fibrosis patients?

Accepted Answer

One of the problems folks with CF have is that their pancreatic duct gets blocked. This means that the fat-digesting enzymes from their pancreas can't get to their gut and break down the fat they eat. A high-fat diet would be very bad in this situation. You need to have conversations with your CF doc to optimize your diet. You should have both a pulmonologist and a GI doc on your team.

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What does a typical cystic fibrosis patient look like and feel like?

Can you explain what exactly happens in the body of a cystic fibrosis patient (in detail please)?

What is done to improve the immune system of a cystic fibrosis patient?

Is palliative care usually covered by insurance for cystic fibrosis patients?

For what reasons might the pancreas get blocked by mucus in cystic fibrosis patients?

Would it be possible for someone to donate a lung to a cystic fibrosis patient when you are a smoker?

Is cbavd sensitive for cystic fibrosis? in other words, if a male patient has both vas deferens, can it be assumed they do not have cystic fibrosis?

How does gene therapy help a cystic fibrosis patient?

Is a high calorie, high fat or high protein diet beneficial to young cystic fibrosis patients?

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