How do I take care of myself if I have cystic fibrosis?

How do I take care of myself if I have cystic fibrosis?

An adult with cystic fibrosis has different needs than a child with CF. If you’re a parent of a child with CF or if you're an adult with CF, you can do a lot to promote a healthy life. This includes developing and following recommendations from a treatment plan developed with your healthcare team.

Follow suggestions from your providers about eating enough, eating well and exercising wisely. Ask your provider if pulmonary rehabilitation would be a good idea for you.

Take care to prevent infections by distancing yourself from people who are ill. Practice good hand washing techniques. Get the vaccines that your providers say are needed.

Follow any recommended schedule of appointments with your provider and other members of your healthcare team. If you need help with social or emotional issues, reach out to your team and examine your options.

Decide if you’d like to be part of a clinical trial. Ask your provider to point you in the right direction to be a participant.