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What can be done for cystic fibrosis sufferers?
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Supportive care: CF patients benefit from active coordinated care involving their pcp and a regional cystic fibrosis care center.These are usually part of a children's hospital and involve pediatric pulmonologists and other respiratory care specialists.
Answered 6/10/2014
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