eMedTV Cystic Fibrosis Articles

Cystic Fibrosis Sweat Test

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 15:27:00 CST

Cystic Fibrosis Sweat Test
The cystic fibrosis sweat test measures the amount of salt in your sweat. As this eMedTV article explains, it is the most useful test for making a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis. This article discusses the sweat test in detail.

Causes of Cystic Fibrosis

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 13:48:44 CDT

Causes of Cystic Fibrosis
As this eMedTV article explains, the causes of cystic fibrosis are linked to a defect in a gene called the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. This segment discusses this gene in detail.

Cistic Fibrosis

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 20:54:02 CST

Cistic Fibrosis
This eMedTV page covers cystic fibrosis, an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands that mainly affects Caucasians. This page covers cystic fibrosis symptoms and prognosis. Cistic fibrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Ctyic Fibrosis

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:52:03 CST

Ctyic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands. As this eMedTV article explains, cystic fibrosis mainly affects your lungs, pancreas, sinuses, and sex organs. Ctyic fibrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cyctic Fibrosis

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:23:25 CST

Cyctic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease affecting the mucus and sweat glands. This eMedTV article offers a brief description of this disease and provides a link to more information. Cyctic fibrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fibosis

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 18:52:23 CST

Cystic Fibosis
This eMedTV resource defines cystic fibrosis, a disease that affects a person's mucus and sweat glands. This page describes cystic fibrosis and its symptoms, diagnosis, and prognosis. Cystic fibosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fibroses

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 19:13:10 CDT

Cystic Fibroses
As this eMedTV article explains, cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease. It mostly affects the mucus and sweat glands. Fortunately, treatment of this disease has improved in recent years. Cystic fibroses is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fibrosis and Who It Affects

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 20:11:56 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis and Who It Affects
Cystic fibrosis affects both males and females and people from all racial and ethnic groups. This eMedTV Web page discusses cystic fibrosis and who it affects. Cystic fibrosis mainly occurs in Caucasians whose ancestors came from northern Europe.

Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 14:16:59 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis
As this eMedTV article explains, making a cystic fibrosis diagnosis involves taking the patient's medical history, performing a physical examination, and ordering tests (particularly a cystic fibrosis sweat test).

Cystic Fibrosis Gene Therapy

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 17:08:09 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis Gene Therapy
As this eMedTV article explains, cystic fibrosis gene therapy targets the cause of cystic fibrosis rather than just treating the symptoms of cystic fibrosis. This page covers the challenges, history, and effects of cystic fibrosis gene therapy.

Cystic Fibrosis Gene

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 17:51:49 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis Gene
As this eMedTV article explains, the full name of the cystic fibrosis gene is the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene. A defect in this gene is the cause of cystic fibrosis. This page provides an overview of this gene.

Cystic Fibrosis Genetic Testing

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 14:13:25 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis Genetic Testing
Cystic fibrosis genetic testing usually involves a DNA-based blood test. As this eMedTV article explains, this type of test is highly accurate; however, it should not be used alone to diagnose cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 13:09:34 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis Symptoms
Common cystic fibrosis symptoms include frequent coughing, salty-tasting skin, and dehydration. This eMedTV article discusses these symptoms in detail. This article also lists some of the medical conditions that can result from these symptoms.

Cystic Fibrosis

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 20:04:31 CDT

Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands. This portion of the eMedTV library provides a complete overview of cystic fibrosis, including information on the causes, symptoms, and treatments of this disease.

Cystic Firbosis

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:16:18 CST

Cystic Firbosis
Cystic fibrosis is a disease that affects a person's mucus and sweat glands. This eMedTV Web page offers a description of this condition and provides a link to more information. Cystic firbosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fribrosis

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:19:15 CST

Cystic Fribrosis
An inherited disease, cystic fibrosis often affects the lungs, pancreas, and liver. This eMedTV article further describes this condition, including information on its effects and treatment. Cystic fribrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fybrosis

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 20:56:45 CST

Cystic Fybrosis
This page on the eMedTV Web site explores cystic fibrosis, a disease of the mucus and sweat glands. This page covers organs affected by the disease and some of its common symptoms. Cystic fybrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Early Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 13:48:15 CDT

Early Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis
Early symptoms of cystic fibrosis include salty-tasting skin, ongoing diarrhea, and frequent coughing. This eMedTV article discusses these symptoms and explains that early symptoms do not necessarily occur in every person who has cystic fibrosis.

Living with Cystic Fibrosis

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 18:12:45 CDT

Living with Cystic Fibrosis
As this eMedTV article explains, people living with cystic fibrosis should learn as much as they can about the disease and learn how to manage it. This page offers tips on self-care, such as eating a healthy diet and avoiding tobacco smoke.

Prenatal Testing for Cystic Fibrosis

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 14:32:23 CDT

Prenatal Testing for Cystic Fibrosis
Prenatal testing for cystic fibrosis is performed by amniocentesis or chorionic villus biopsy. This eMedTV article discusses these options in detail and includes information on a test that can determine if you are a carrier of cystic fibrosis.

Sistic Fibrosis

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 18:44:34 CST

Sistic Fibrosis
This eMedTV segment focuses on cystic fibrosis (CF), a disease of the mucus and sweat glands. This article covers specific organs affected by CF and describes some symptoms of the condition. Sistic fibrosis is a common misspelling of cystic fibrosis.

Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis

Sun, 9 Sep 2007 20:19:39 CDT

Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis
Treatment for cystic fibrosis involves antibiotics, chest physical therapy, and exercise. This eMedTV resource describes these options in detail and explains why the main goal of cystic fibrosis treatment is to control infections in the lungs.

Generic Pulmozyme

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 16:00:29 CDT

Generic Pulmozyme
Right now, generic Pulmozyme is not available and, as this eMedTV page explains, may never be available if the laws surrounding biopharmaceuticals are not changed. This page also explains what biologic drugs are and the laws that pertain to them.

Pulmozyme and Breastfeeding

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 16:05:14 CDT

Pulmozyme and Breastfeeding
This eMedTV resource explores Pulmozyme and breastfeeding. It explains the results of animal studies, discusses why the drug is unlikely to pass through breast milk in humans, and describes what to do if you are taking Pulmozyme while breastfeeding.

Pulmozyme and Pregnancy

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 16:02:55 CDT

Pulmozyme and Pregnancy
This eMedTV page takes a look at Pulmozyme and pregnancy. It describes the results of animal studies, explains how the FDA rates the safety of drugs during pregnancy, and discusses what a doctor will consider if you become pregnant while taking it.

Pulmozyme Dosage

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 09:56:36 CDT

Pulmozyme Dosage
Various factors can affect a person's Pulmozyme dosage, which this eMedTV segment describes. General dosing guidelines for the medication are also provided, as are helpful tips and suggestions for those taking Pulmozyme to treat cystic fibrosis.

Pulmozyme Drug Interactions

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 15:47:06 CDT

Pulmozyme Drug Interactions
No known Pulmozyme drug interactions exist at this time. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, while the drug has been studied with other cystic fibrosis medications, interactions with other drugs have not been specifically studied.

Pulmozyme Overdose

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:52:27 CDT

Pulmozyme Overdose
This eMedTV article explains why it is unknown what effects, if any, could result from a Pulmozyme overdose. The results of studies on the subject are described, as are factors that can play a role and treatment options, should symptoms appear.

Pulmozyme Side Effects

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 11:02:42 CDT

Pulmozyme Side Effects
Although most people have no problems when taking Pulmozyme, side effects are possible. Therefore, this eMedTV resource lists common side effects of the drug, as well as rare side effects and side effects that may need prompt medical attention.

Pulmozyme Uses

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:45:26 CDT

Pulmozyme Uses
Pulmozyme uses, as this eMedTV article explains, pertain to the improvement of lung function in people with cystic fibrosis. This article describes how the drug works, discusses its use in children, and explores possible off-label Pulmozyme uses.

Pulmozyme Warnings and Precautions

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 10:43:30 CDT

Pulmozyme Warnings and Precautions
Understanding Pulmozyme warnings and precautions can help ensure a safe treatment process. This page of the eMedTV archives contains some of the most common, including a list of people who should avoid the drug and things to discuss with your doctor.

Pulmozyme

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 10:08:06 CDT

Pulmozyme
Pulmozyme is a drug that can help improve lung function in people with cystic fibrosis. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at the drug, explaining how it works, possible side effects, tips and precautions for those taking it, and more.