(Or the Queen Elizabeth University hospital as it was quickly renamed right after all the road signs and paperwork had been done). As I have explained before, having Cystic Fibrosis (CF) I must attend clinics regularly. Previously, this happened at Gartnavel hospital, which was the cystic fibrosis unit for the West of Scotland. However this … More Glasgow’s new Southern General…
I’m on my third port-a-cath. My memories of growing up involve lots of hospital stay, and having funny looks for having my arm bandaged up. I remember sitting in my dining room, screaming, as my mum tried to administer home IV’s and not understanding why she wouldn’t stop. There was a burning sensation running through my … More Me and my Port
There are many things people do not know about cystic fibrosis. One of which: cystic fibrosis (CF) is a very isolating illness. In films about people suffering from a condition, often there is a scene where the sufferer attends some form of support group: getting to meet others with the illness, sharing stories, getting to … More Isolation
If you have read my blog About Cystic Fibrosis you hopefully have a general idea of what cystic fibrosis is: the problems and the treatments. However the textbook version and real life are very different! So I’ve decided to go through an average ‘good’ day with you! Waking up is always a struggle. And I … More A (Good) Day In My Shoes
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetically inherited condition which affects all the organs within the body. The mucus within the body is very thick and sticky, clogging up the lungs and the digestive system, which can lead to problems such as pancreatic failure. The effects of CF on each individual differs. Many CF sufferers develop … More My life with Cystic Fibrosis
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