Written by Dr. David Orenstein, director of one of the nation's leading CF centers, this one-of-a-kind guide offers clear explanations and real-world advice on cystic fibrosis and its management. Here you'll find practical and reassuring information on day-to-day concerns - school, travel, exercise, nutrition, medication - as well as on physiological effects, long-term issues, and prospects for a cure."Cystic Fibrosis" offers straightforward answers to the questions most frequently asked by patients and families - what causes cystic fibrosis; how it affects body systems; what pharmacological, surgical, and physical therapies are most effective; what roles exercise, diet, and nutrition play; what complications can occur and how they can be managed; when and why a lung transplant should be considered; what psychological effect the disease has on the patient's family; and how the special needs and concerns of adult CF patients can be addressed. The Third Edition is updated and revised throughout.
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By G. Cooper
Format:Paperback
If you have CF yourself or know someone with CF, buy this book. It is written in a very clear and straightforward style and will help you understand the disease, its effects on the body, and the medications and procedures you are likely to encounter.
It also has whole chapters devoted to Teenagers with CF and Adults with CF, containing good advice for those transitioning to adult medical care and taking responsibility for their own health.
It also has whole chapters devoted to Teenagers with CF and Adults with CF, containing good advice for those transitioning to adult medical care and taking responsibility for their own health.
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A Definite "Must Read"
9 Mar 2000
By Jake Hathaway
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This book is an essential read for: Anyone who has a child with CF, anyone who has a friend with CF, anyone who has a sibling with CF, anyone who has a spouse with CF, anyone who has a parent with CF, anyone who works with people with CF. In short, if you have any contact at all with someone with CF, this book can help educate you. I have had CF for 25 yrs now, and I learned more than a few things.
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Knowledge is power!
22 Aug 2000
By The Petersons
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My daughter was just diagnosed with CF. The pulmonary specialist gave me a copy of this book and I couldn't put it down. It is certainly a valuable reference tool in how to best combat this condition. We only hope a third edition will be put into print soon so as to update all of us on the constantly changing advances made in the field. Buy this book and keep it accessible, you will need it!
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I have read every bit of material on CF this book has it all
4 Feb 1999
By A Customer
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Since my daughter was diagnosed 11 years ago with CF I have searched for any bit of material of this disease I could find. What I did find was bits and pieces that did not cover all the aspects of CF. This book leaves nothing out. I have shared it with my whole family.
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