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I was diagnosed as mild CF - 12 years ago in Toronto, Ontario. I'm now 49 years old. Diagnosed when I was pregnant. Are you going to St. Mike's or Sick Kids for your appointments? I went to Sick Kids and am now treated at St. Mike's Downtown Toronto. Great group of doctors there. If you...

Hi Rachelh79, I'm a 49 year old female with the same gene combination as your daughter. I was diagnosed at 37. Do you live in the US or Canada? I was diagnosed when I was pregnant. Growing up I had difficulty gaining/maintaining a healthy weight but was relatively healthy. Had lung...

Female Age:48 Weight:155 lbs Height:5' 10 1/2" Lori

Hi Pootersmom14, I've been on the forum for a couple of years myself. From Canada - diagnosed at age 37 when I was pregnant. I'll be 49 in February. Like Printer says there are lots of us "older" CFers. Welcome to the community. Lori

Here's a link on CF pregnancies and complications. http://ca.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=40a4abf053b09c35&q=Employment+Office&l=Mississauga%2C+ON&tk=182upqpgf0nii5o6&from=web Ms. Rowan, why is it so important to have a home birth? I'm not an expert ...just a mom of 2 and I have CF. I had my last one...

I would have to agree with Anien2. I'm a CF Mom of 2. I delivered both in the hospital. I had complications with my first and the Dr. had a difficult time controlling my bleeding. They were able to get it under control and I avoided blood transfusions etc. I have a friend who was the same age...

I was diagnosed at 37. I'm now 48. My gene combination is D508 and R711H.. I had lung issues all my life. Went through genetic counselling when I was 37 and pregnant. I have 2 healthily non CF girls now 6 and 10. My husband was tested and he doesn't carry the CF gene. Both my girls are...

Gunelle - If you want any further information feel free to send me a private message. I can answer any questions on this thread as well. Welshwitch - I certainly have time to chat further. Send me a private message and I can answer any questions. Or if you are on Facebook we can chat...

I'm a 48 yr old mother of 2 children - 9 & 6 years old. The lack of sleep certainly is something that I suffered from when they were younger and even now when they have a rough night. More germs, less time to workout/therapy etc. It's all worth it I must say. I don't have a great support...

I'm a 48 YR female - diagnosed at 37. I have very low blood pressure and have for as long as I can remember. For an adult normal is 120 over 80. I'm 90 over 60 or lower on a regular basis. It's my norm. When I was younger I would faint occasionally. I was quite underweight and if I got up...

Hi Fel, I'm a 48 year old woman, diagnosed at 37. My gene combo is D508 & R711H. My lung function is 92%. I started PEP therapy this year and have been on and off antibiotics for the last year. I've had 2 healthy children that are both carriers (no CF) No issues with my digestion...

I have the same gene combination as you. I am 47 and was diagnosed at 37. I had always had lung issues growing up. My lung function was 107% 10 years ago and now it's 92%. I'm now starting daily physio and should exercise 5 times a week -cardio. In the last 10 months my lung function has...

Hi Marina, I am starting some breathing treatments and exercise. I'm told the key to keeping our lungs clear is exercise. My goal is 5 days a week for 45 minutes. My weight when I was younger was always low but not related to CF. I was just really thin. I'm 5'11 and was always around 110 to...

Hi Marina, I have these genes. I live in Canada. I'm a 47 year old woman and was diagnosed at age 37. My CF symptoms are mild. I'm pancreatic sufficient so I don't take enzymes. How old is your daughter?

Welcome home Zach! What wonderful news. You must be so happy! How are you feeling?? Looking forward to catching up sometime on chat! Take care, Kittenface