Nontuberculous mycobacteria are a group of bacteria that live in soil, swamps, and water sources.
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Influenza, or “the flu,” is a highly contagious respiratory illness that is caused by a virus. For people with cystic fibrosis, getting the flu may cause a worsening of symptoms and lead to a faster decline in lung function.
The faulty gene that causes cystic fibrosis disrupts the normal flow of salt and water in and out of the lungs and other organs. This salt imbalance results in thick, sticky mucus that builds up in the lungs, allowing germs to thrive and multiply.
You may need vaccines, depending on where you are going.
There are many things you can do to help reduce the risk of getting or spreading germs while traveling.
If you need to travel with oxygen, let your airline know at the time you book your ticket.
A former clinical nurse explains why you should get your flu shot.
Don't wait until the last minute.
Aspergillus species is a fungus that often lives in the airways of children and adults with cystic fibrosis. When people develop an allergic reaction to Aspergillus, it is called allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis.
After traveling to over 20 countries, I’ve learned that cystic fibrosis doesn’t have to hold me back from experiencing life abroad. Here are some tips for traveling with CF.