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parachute jump
One of my patients who presents a respiratory failure (FEV1 between 22 and 31%), with hypoxemia and hypercapnia has received for his birthday a parachute jump. He was dreaming about it since a long time. He needs a medical certificate. I think it is not reasonable because of situation fragility to ...
04.03.2013
outdside games
Hello, Are public parks (slide, swing, etc) not recommended for children with cystic fibrosis? Thanks
04.03.2013
Are swimming pools an unnecessary risk after all?
Dear ECORN experts, It seems to be a common view that swimming in well maintained indoor pools is safe for people with CF but I'm starting to wonder if this really is so? I have discontinued my son's swimming lessons because he regularly had both staphylococcal and fungal infections in his ...
28.02.2013
stroll
Hello, My son is 7 months old and has cystic fibrosis. I love going for walks. But I wonder if there is weather to avoid: Rain, fog? Or a good walk is always good to take? Thank you very much!
18.02.2013
Snow
Hello, Is snow dangerous for people with cystic fibrosis? (in the sense that it can represent a large reservoir of stagnant water) Thank you.
04.02.2013
Pseudomonas and wind instruments
My daughter would like to learn one of the following instruments: flute (German flute), saxophone, clarinet, horn, trumpet. We are worried that a water bug (Pseudomonas) could colonize the instrument since these instruments cannot be cleaned very well. Is one of the instruments more suitable than ...
04.02.2013
Swimming in pools
Since a year ago my child swims in an open pool all year long. Recently they started covering the pool with isothermic blankets (they spread them at night and roll them in at noon). Could this cause any trouble for my child? Need I pay any attention?
22.01.2013
pottery
Good morning, My 4-year-old daughter would like to practice pottery. I wonder if the earth loam is not holder of germs? Should she wear a mask? Thank you in advance
10.01.2013
Cave
Hello, Are there recommandations against visiting natural caves for children with cystic fibrosis? I think especially about the Pseudomonas aeruginosa germ. Otherwise what precautions should we take (wearing a mask) ... thank you
15.11.2012
pond water
Can a child with CF play in a pond (fishing, sailing,..) or accidentally fall in the water without additional risks?
11.12.2012
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