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Moving out
Hello, we have a question. Our son is 31 years old, of excellent health and has now decided to buy an apartment. We are a bit concerned now whether he will continue to be as healthy when living alone and whether he will be able to work long-term. We know that this is a difficult issue. Many thanks for your support.
07.09.2010
Keratoconjunctivitis (sicca)
Is keratoconjunctivitis (sicca) in any way related to cystic fibrosis?
07.09.2010
In cis / in trans
Hello, what does it mean if mutations were found in cis or in trans? Many thanks. Kind regards C.M.
07.09.2010
Spontaneous mutations
Hello, As I said before, our daughter has been diagnosed with atypical cystic fibrosis (CF). Following this diagnosis, we did a gene test and it turned out that only one of us is a gene carrier. My questions: how frequently do spontaneous mutations occur? The human genetics laboratory would now like to test my daughter’s blood as well. Many thanks. Kind regards C.M.
07.09.2010
Tatooing with MRSA
Hello, I would like to get another tattoo. I have MRSA (sputum result, no other swabs have been done), and there is no eradication planned. I have already talked to my doctor about this plan. She was not very thrilled about it but said that the risk of infection was not higher than usual for me with this kind of procedure. This eliminated my doubts. My question is geared in another direction – in a tattooing forum, I brought up the issue of hygiene in connection with MRSA. Many people were appalled and rejected it with the ludicrous reasoning to not even allow me in their studio. Is there really a danger for the tattooer or the customer to get infected or colonized by me? In my opinion, this can practically be ruled out if the procedure is done in a properly sterile manner and with good hygienic practice. What do you think? If the answer is yes, can I just leave my colonization unmentioned with a clear conscience in order to avoid panicked reactions? Kind regards.
07.09.2010
Fibroscan exams
Hello, is there any experience with Fibroscan® liver exams in Cystic Fibrosis?
07.09.2010
Face mask safety
Dear expert team, How far-extensive is the protection of a face mask (3-layer, non-sterile, bacteria filtration performance higher than 98%)? I am particularly thinking of fungus spores (e.g. major amounts of dead wood or similar that have to be moved). Kind regards Susanne (CF/Tx)
07.09.2010
Artificial pancreas
I just read in [an online news magazine] that the development of an artificial pancreas is making progress. Will this artificial gland possibly be an option for CF patients in the future? And how do I have to imagine this – can this only affect the insulin/glucagons balance and hence treat diabetes? Or can it even control the lipase, amylase, and protease release, and hence enable somewhat of a normal digestive process?
07.09.2010
PTC124 study
Hello, I heard about a PTC124 study. My daughter is five years old and has the R553x/IVS8-5T-TG12 mutations. Could the above medication help her? How far advanced is the study by now? Many thanks. Kind regards C.M.
07.09.2010
Air conditioning
Dear Expert team, what is the recommendation for air conditioning? Are there differences between air conditioning in cars and for instance in hospitals? Can we use air conditioning in our car without any preoccupations? Many thanks
07.09.2010
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