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PULMONARY FIBROSIS  

A complication of CF involving the lungs is hemoptysis. In its simplest definition, hemoptysis is blood in the sputum. When it happens for the first time, hemoptysis is more than a little frightening. Hemoptysis is usually a symptom of something else going on in the lugs.

The most common test used to evaluate how well the lungs are functioning is spirometry. Specifically, spirometry measures how quickly air moves in and out of the lungs.

Once a fatal childhood illness, people with Cystic Fibrosis are now living longer than ever. Many women with this disease are now facing the question on whether or not they want to have children of their own.

Lungs aren't the only organs affected by the thick, sticky mucus that cystic fibrosis produces. Studies show that better overall nutritional status contributes to better lung function.

Managing the daily rigors of cystic fibrosis (CF) requires diligence, discipline, and time management skills. This article presents a first-person point of view of what it's liken to contend with this incurable disease day in and day out.

This article gives a brief overview of some of the most commonly prescribed medications used to prevent pulmonary exacerbations in cystic fibrosis (CF) patients.

With the increased life expectancy of people born with cystic fibrosis, education needs to be directed toward self-care and transition into adulthood and self-sufficiency.

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease affecting many people throughout the United States.

Approximately 30% of cystic fibrosis patients are malnourished. One way to replenish the body with energy it needs to fight infection is to undergo nutritional rehabilitation.

Death-defying daredevil, Evel Knievel, took one last leap-a leap of faith. He became a Christian at the beginning of 2007, and his testimony drew hundreds to the Lord.

A DEXA scan is a simple procedure that is useful for determining whether a cystic fibrosis (CF) patient is at risk for developing osteoporosis.

The daredevil of all daredevils and a key part of my childhood is gone, thus reminding me that you've only got one life to live. Knievel did that, more than most.

At age 69, Evel Knievel has died not from a stunt gone wrong, but from the long term effects of hepatitis and diabetes.

Evel Knievel lived the quintessential American dream, but after decades of seeming to debunk death, Knievel passed away from a series of illnesses and health problems.

The red, white and blue dare devil Evel Knievel has died at 69.

Evel Knievel was a marketing phenomenon. The real man who performed as him died quietly today, November 30, 2007.

The following is an overview of the complications associated with CF in children

Local San Diego girl, Lindsay Wadleigh recently auditioned for American Idol. In this interview she talks about her personal struggle with cystic fibrosis and how she's making a positive difference by using her voice to increase awareness of this life-shortening disease.

Research conducted by geneticist Suzanne Buckley at University College in London may provide a new treatment for the life-threatening disease cystic fibrosis. The potential cure comes from using the HIV virus to insert healthy genes into the infected patient's lungs.

Evel Knievel - more about him and the stunts that made him famous

A discussion of a growing indoor air quality issue - mold. This article discusses how persons with cystic fibrosis and allergies can limit their exposure to mold spores and reduce the instances of adverse health effects as a result.

Chlorine is commonly used to disinfect drinking water and other water sources. However,exposure to this powerful chemical has been shown to impair lung function. This article describes the disinfection process, the benefits and risks to public health.

Here is the 2nd half of the article covering some of the most notable celebrity deaths in 2007. They may be dead, but just like our own friends and families- they will live on in our hearts forever!

Discussion of un natural celebrities deaths in comparison to each other.

Many cystic fibrosis patients are well-seasoned professionals when it comes to managing the schedule of home IV therapy; for the newly diagnosed or parents who are learning the home IV routine for the first time, it can all be a bit overwhelming.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) has plenty of events planned for 2007. Check out how you can get involved and help find a cure for this devastating disease.

This is a written transcript of my speech given at the Cystic Fibrosis Spring Gala.

Growing up in the mid to late seventies, Evel Knievel was a huge part of any young boy's life. I grew up during that time period, and Evel Knievel was one of the people I wanted to be

Could Cystic Fibrosis offer protecition against typhoid fever? Earlier studies linked CF with a certain amount of protection against cholera - could this be a similar case?

Six Flags has reported a new, $7 million roller coaster called "Evel Knievel" will be opening at Six Flags, St. Louis in mid-summer 2008. "Evel Knievel" will become the park's eighth roller coaster and third wooden coaster.

Adequate nutrition for persons with cystic fibrosis is an ongoing battle, made even more complicated by things like bowel obstruction and malabsorption.

People with cystic fibrosis must be constantly vigilant to avoid infection. Even in the home, dangerous bacteria are present. This article describes where bacteria thrive and how to get rid of it.

Our son's Diagnosis What the Dr.s Missed

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic, potentially life-threatening lung disease. The internet has some great resources for those who'd like to find out more about cystic fibrosis:

The passing of an American icon, Evel Knievel of Butte, Montana was noticed around the world. The bigger than life athlete and daredevil entertainer brought something extra to the world.

This is an overview of the cause, origin, diagnosis and treatment options for patients suffering from a lung disorder known as pulmonary fibrosis

A grant that Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics, Inc., which is the Foundation's nonprofit drug discovery and development branch, gave to Parion Sciences, Inc. may result in a new drug that holds tremendous hope for sufferers of Cystic Fibrosis.

Pulmonary Fibrosis can briefly be described as inflammation and scarring deep within the lungs.

There are many case studies going on for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, but there is no cure as of yet. They have recently come out with a medicine that may or may not help some patients.

Tracey Richardson's compelling new book "Going the Distance" - a riveting autobiographical account of her many triumphs over seemingly insurmountable odds.

Should a person with Cystic Fibrosis aim high? Absolutely! Of course. Should that person continually keep setting higher goals? That all depends on the goals that are being made.

Cystic Fibrosis is an incurable inherited disorder, that causes increasingly severe respiratory problems and often many experience difficulty in digesting their food.

Cystic fibrosis is a potentially life-threatening lung disease, it affects about 15 babies born in Oregon each year. Oregon is the seventeenth state to make it a requirements that all infants born be tested for the genetic disorder, cystic fibrosis.

A drug called PTC124 which may provide an effective treatment of a wide variety of genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis and Duchenne muscular dystrophy is currently undergoing clinical trials.

Cystic Fibrosis

This article discusses the inheritance of the Cystic Fibrosis gene and the symptoms, treatments and the global statistics of the disease.

Cystic Fibrosis is a life-threatening disorder that causes severe lung damage and nutritional deficiencies.

The pursuit of higher education is a challenge. My experience was even more challenging because I have cystic fibrosis (CF). This article is just a brief description of how I learned to balance my health and academics.

Researchers found that patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) who took high doses of ibuprofen had almost 30%reduction in loss of lung function

A brief history of Cystic Fibrosis diagnosis and treatment in the United States over the past seventy years.