NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Gastroesophageal reflux (GER), potentially serious chronic heartburn, is common in patients with cystic fibrosis, but it does not appear to be brought about by coughing; in ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patients receiving treatment for cystic fibrosis wore actigraphy sensors and cough monitoring systems for the ...

Huff coughing, or huffing, is a breathing technique that helps move mucus out of the lungs. It can clear the lungs and help prevent infection in people with conditions such as chronic obstructive ...

CF is a chronic genetic condition that affects your lungs, digestive system, and other organs. At-home exercise can be an excellent way to manage your symptoms and improve your overall well-being.

A young girl with cystic fibrosis whose lungs were functioning at just 67 percent is running around again thanks to a miracle drug recently added to the NHS funding list. Harriet Corr, seven, is ...

Postural drainage is a form of physical therapy that can help people expel excess fluids from the body. It is particularly helpful for people with cystic fibrosis. Postural drainage is a technique ...

Despite new medication, cystic fibrosis often leads to permanent lung damage. Researchers have discovered that the disease causes changes in the immune system early in life, presumably even in ...