Preparing for an appointment

Make an appointment with your doctor if you or your child has signs or symptoms common to cystic fibrosis. After the initial evaluation, you may be referred to a doctor trained in evaluating and treating CF.

Here's some information to help you prepare for your appointment, as well as what to expect from your doctor.

What you can do

You may want to prepare answers to these questions:

• What symptoms are you or your child experiencing?
• When did the symptoms start?
• Does anything make the symptoms better or worse?
• Has anyone in your family ever had cystic fibrosis?
• Has growth been normal and weight been stable?

What to expect from your doctor

After getting detailed information about the symptoms and your family's medical history, your doctor may order tests to help with diagnosis and plan treatment.