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Some essential oils have demonstrated strong antibacterial activity in vitro against resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa in patients with cystic fibrosis, suggesting a complementary therapeutic potential that should be explored with caution.

Mélissa Doyon recounts her lung transplant journey, marked by waiting, surgery, major complications and a lot of resilience, to show that with patience and perseverance, the transplant can offer a new quality of life despite the challenges.

Pulmonary hypertension is a possible complication of advanced cystic fibrosis, caused by a chronic lack of oxygen, which can lead to right heart failure, while it remains rare after a lung transplant unless there is a severe respiratory problem.

Technology (pedometers, apps, active games) can promote physical activity in people with cystic fibrosis especially when combined with progressive goals, regular feedback, and strong social support.

In people with cystic fibrosis, antibiotic allergies are common due to repeated treatments, require a thorough diagnosis, and can sometimes be circumvented by desensitization when the antibiotic is essential.

Cystic fibrosis hemoptysis is mainly caused by lung infection and inflammation, sometimes requires a temporary adaptation of physical activity, and is not prevented by hypotoxic diets.