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Recent content by Leosmom

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    When will they learn?

    There are many persons in the health field that do not know specific illnesses. I have worked with a number of RN's that weren't aware of certain symptoms, average age span, etc. There is alot of information in the medical field. The individuals working in certian areas then become aware of...
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    New member/warmth and support

    I've been reading alot of the different topics and sense the warmth and support from others in the forum. I am a mother of three : Ricky(12) and Tana (8) w/o CF and Leo (2) w/ CF. I am finishing my nursing degree this fall. I can't do anything easy but have a child during college and then...
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    Newborn screening

    CF testing is not a mandatory Newborn screen in Nebraska. When I was asked after the birth if I wanted to have my son tested. I said,"No, my other kids are healthy." How stupid was I? I kick myself about that. Alt least we know now. THis test should be mandatory due to ignorance of what may be...
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    Are CF babies smaller?

    My son was normal size at birth 7lbs 14 ounces. I think it depends on the type of initial symptoms appear that may depend on the size of your newborn. My son did not show major symptoms till around 7-9months, where he stopped growing and was wasting away in front of my eyes. I just didn't know why.
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