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    Just for fun but CF related - Real things doctors have said to me in the hospital

    Fun idea! I've had similar conversations myself... I loved it when you put "just the Doctor" since I've been watching a lot of the series Dr. Who recently... <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> By the way, the last few seconds have a sharp beep rather than text - is...
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    Just for fun but CF related - Real things doctors have said to me in the hospital

    Fun idea! I've had similar conversations myself... I loved it when you put "just the Doctor" since I've been watching a lot of the series Dr. Who recently... <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> By the way, the last few seconds have a sharp beep rather than text - is...
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    port questions

    I've had two ports. The first one as a teenager, placed on my upper thigh. Bad place, because even though after a few weeks it wasn't hurting "per se" it did hurt if a pencil fell on my lap in class. Then it was moved to the side an inch or so and it stopped hurting altogether. My current port...
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    port questions

    I've had two ports. The first one as a teenager, placed on my upper thigh. Bad place, because even though after a few weeks it wasn't hurting "per se" it did hurt if a pencil fell on my lap in class. Then it was moved to the side an inch or so and it stopped hurting altogether. My current port...
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    What do you wear in the hostpital?

    You're lucky to be able to choose! In Spain you get the hospital "nightie" (the one that ties with strings) and that's what you're supposed to wear. Alternately, the hospital PJ. But nothing from home... In this last hospitalization I brought my pillow because the hospital one was nasty flat...
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    What do you wear in the hostpital?

    You're lucky to be able to choose! In Spain you get the hospital "nightie" (the one that ties with strings) and that's what you're supposed to wear. Alternately, the hospital PJ. But nothing from home... In this last hospitalization I brought my pillow because the hospital one was nasty flat...
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    Exercise bike vs treadmill jog

    My top favorite is the ellyptic machine - it's quite an all rounder and you get done quickly, which suits my temperament! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
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    Exercise bike vs treadmill jog

    My top favorite is the ellyptic machine - it's quite an all rounder and you get done quickly, which suits my temperament! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
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    HELP! My 10yr old is refusing to do airway clearance

    In Sweden, they make it a game. For instance: - Jumping on an elastic table (trampoline?) - Blowing bubbles in a bottle through a small tube (= positive expiratory pressure!) - Teaming up to play racing horses by blowing small paper balls on the floor to see which one gets to the goal first -...
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    HELP! My 10yr old is refusing to do airway clearance

    In Sweden, they make it a game. For instance: - Jumping on an elastic table (trampoline?) - Blowing bubbles in a bottle through a small tube (= positive expiratory pressure!) - Teaming up to play racing horses by blowing small paper balls on the floor to see which one gets to the goal first -...
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    NEW to the forums

    Welcome to the team!
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    NEW to the forums

    Welcome to the team!
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    I want to know what percent of CFers work

    I've never been employed (other than a 1-month summer job) but that's because I HATE the idea of having a boss! I've worked for 12 years as a freelance translator, from home. Since 3 years ago I run successfully a network marketing business from home and traveling around the country. My FEV1...
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    I want to know what percent of CFers work

    I've never been employed (other than a 1-month summer job) but that's because I HATE the idea of having a boss! I've worked for 12 years as a freelance translator, from home. Since 3 years ago I run successfully a network marketing business from home and traveling around the country. My FEV1...
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    newborn daughter just diagnosed

    Welcome to the forums and don't despair! While life with CF takes a lot more effort than without, it can certainly be managed! And there is MUCH to do outside of what traditional doctors know. I'm 31, went to college abroad (USA), graduated with top marks, have a boyfriend and live happy! Have...
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    newborn daughter just diagnosed

    Welcome to the forums and don't despair! While life with CF takes a lot more effort than without, it can certainly be managed! And there is MUCH to do outside of what traditional doctors know. I'm 31, went to college abroad (USA), graduated with top marks, have a boyfriend and live happy! Have...
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    newborn daughter just diagnosed

    Welcome to the forums and don't despair! While life with CF takes a lot more effort than without, it can certainly be managed! And there is MUCH to do outside of what traditional doctors know. I'm 31, went to college abroad (USA), graduated with top marks, have a boyfriend and live happy! Have...
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    Coughing!

    I agree with tesorotiffa: productive cough is "welcome", while for unproductive cough (which just irritates you) I usually drink water and get a cough drop. Side note: early on I was told "cough is your best friend" and encouraged to cough. Now in Spain the trend is to go with Autogenic...
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    Coughing!

    I agree with tesorotiffa: productive cough is "welcome", while for unproductive cough (which just irritates you) I usually drink water and get a cough drop. Side note: early on I was told "cough is your best friend" and encouraged to cough. Now in Spain the trend is to go with Autogenic...
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    Coughing!

    I agree with tesorotiffa: productive cough is "welcome", while for unproductive cough (which just irritates you) I usually drink water and get a cough drop. Side note: early on I was told "cough is your best friend" and encouraged to cough. Now in Spain the trend is to go with Autogenic...
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