Becoming pregnant after a lung transplant is possible, but is associated with increased complications. Learning more about post-transplant pregnancy can help you understand the potential risks and health implications.
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Delayed puberty is common among young men with CF, but working with your CF care team to ensure you get good nutrition can help encourage healthy development and growth.
By understanding the effects that different forms of contraception can have on people with cystic fibrosis, you can choose the method that is right for you.
From budgeting for the everyday, to triaging the unexpected and dreaming of the future, there is a lot to consider when building a financial plan. While living with cystic fibrosis may be costly, financial planning can help ease some of the stress you may feel so you can focus on other areas of your life.
People living with cystic fibrosis may apply for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, programs that serve as a source of income and health insurance coverage for people who are unable to work due to their health status.
When you have cystic fibrosis, there are potential complications related to pregnancy. But as part of the planning process, you can learn more about these complications and how to partner with your CF care team to evaluate these risks based on your personal situation.
Women with CF have thicker cervical mucus and can have ovulation issues due to poor nutrition. However, the majority of women with CF are fertile and can become pregnant if appropriate contraception is not used.
While 97-98 percent of men with cystic fibrosis are infertile, they can still enjoy normal, healthy sex lives and have biological children with the help of assisted reproductive technology (ART).