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Late diagnosis

The “crude” form of cystic fibrosis is a mild form, often diagnosed in adulthood, associated with partially functional CFTR mutations, with little or no digestive impairment and a respiratory evolution that is generally slow and favorable.

Atypical cystic fibrosis is a milder and often late form of the disease, sometimes diagnosed in adulthood due to symptoms that are less pronounced or restricted to a single organ.

A testimony on the late diagnosis of cystic fibrosis, motherhood, hospitalizations and learning to live differently.

Diagnosed at 58 after a life marked by unexplained symptoms, Claire testifies to atypical cystic fibrosis, diagnostic error and the importance of raising awareness about this little-known form of the disease.