Although you might want to date or spend time with someone else who has cystic fibrosis (CF), it could be dangerous for you to meet them in person. When you have CF, youre at risk from different kinds of bacteria that dont normally harm healthy people.

How does cystic fibrosis affect relationships?

As an adult with CF you may encounter a very different range of emotional and social experiences to your peers, such as coping with work or relationships and cystic fibrosis. Some people with CF may feel barriers to forming relationships, such as a lack of independence or embarrassment because of symptoms.

Do people with CF get married?

Many people with cystic fibrosis (CF) are now living well into middle-aged adulthood. This means that more people with the disease are old enough and healthy enough to become independent adults who go to college, hold down jobs, get married, and have children.

Can siblings with CF live together?

Unlike many organizations, cystic fibrosis support groups cannot arrange events for people with the disease to get together. Because their lungs are easily infected, its crucial that people with the disease are not in close contact with others who have the same diagnoses.

Is cystic fibrosis an STD?

Cystic Fibrosis: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

What is the age of the oldest person with cystic fibrosis?

The oldest person diagnosed with CF for the first time in the U.S. was 82, in Ireland was 76, and in the United Kingdom was 79. Those diagnosed after age 50 tend to have a long history of frequent bouts of colds, sinus infections, pneumonia, stomach pains, acid reflux, and trouble gaining or keeping on weight.

What do I need to know about dating someone with cystic fibrosis?

Intimacy is important in every relationship, but when you have CF, its important to be honest about what works and doesnt. Honesty and communication should always be present because CF does and will impact your romantic relationship.

What STI causes cysts?

Some STIs, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, can cause the cyst. It is often safe to leave small, painless cysts alone or use home remedies to address any discomfort. However, large cysts or those that have become abscesses may need further medical attention.

Is cystic fibrosis contagious?

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited genetic condition. Its not contagious. To have the disease, you must inherit the faulty cystic fibrosis gene from both parents. The disease causes the mucus in your body to become thick and sticky and to build up in your organs.

Can you tell if someone has cystic fibrosis?

Diagnosing cystic fibrosis is a multistep process, and should include a newborn screening, a sweat test, a genetic or carrier test, and a clinical evaluation at a CF Foundation-accredited care center. Although most people are diagnosed with CF by the age of 2, some are diagnosed as adults.