Breastfeeding history of Andrea Floyd, son Matthew DOB 12-05-02

Cystic fibrosis?

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a.. CF is a disorder of the cells that line the lungs, small intestines,
sweat glands and pancreas. Sticky, thick mucus contributes to the
destruction of lung tissue and impedes gas exchange in the lungs. It also
prevents nutrient absorption in the small intestines, and blocks pancreatic
ducts from releasing digestive enzymes. Approximately 85% of all people with
CF cannot properly digest their food without supplemental enzymes.
a.. People with CF exhibit some or all of these common symptoms, to varying
degrees:
    a.. salty-tasting skin
    b.. excessive appetite along with poor weight gain
    c.. loose, foul-smelling stools
    d.. persistent cough, wheezing or pneumonia
  a.. Other symptoms may include the following:
    a.. clubbed fingers
    b.. digestive disorders
    c.. smaller than average in height and weight
    d.. susceptibility to heat prostration and dehydration
    e.. male sterility
    f.. diabetes and/or liver disorders
  a.. CF patients are frequently hospitalized for chronic lung infections
and digestive disorders.
  b.. People with CF must follow a strict regimen for the treatment of this
disease. This regimen includes taking medications such as antibiotics to
fight respiratory infections, enzymes to aid in food digestion, and vitamins
to improve general health. Some people with CF use aerosols to open
restricted airways. To dislodge mucus from the lungs, people with CF must
undergo chest physical therapy or other therapy methods; in some cases, they
must use oxygen. People with CF also must follow a strict diet, and avoid
people with colds or infections.
From Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc, http://www.cfri.org/home.htm

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