My relationship with the idea of a lung transplant has changed over time. Although I'm approved for transplant now, it is a complicated process with a full range of emotions. Here's what I learned along the way.
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Preparing to be listed for lung transplant taught me a great deal about what to expect during the transplant process and helped me form bonds with others going through the process with me.
Beth Evans, a 48-year-old with CF, is currently playing the lung transplantation “pre-wait waiting game.” She is sick enough to need new lungs, but not quite sick enough to get them just yet.
I went through my first surgery recently. I want to share what I learned during my recovery.
After a double-lung transplant, I realized I needed to take care of myself to be a good mother to my son.
Infection prevention and control is so important after a lung transplant, but often I am left with more questions than answers about how to protect myself.
I believe my passion for science and math — and the unique perspective cystic fibrosis has given me — will help me make an impact as a pharmacist.
I've found an airway clearance routine that works for me by relying on knowledge of my body and breath control, combining conventional airway clearance with yoga breathing techniques.
My lung transplant journey was long and, at times, full of uncertainty. Now that I have new lungs, I want to live my life to the fullest and honor my donor while I do.
Getting a double-lung transplant has been a life-changing journey. Along the way, I've had to deal with changes in my mental health and the struggle to keep my survivor guilt in check.