Cystic Fibrosis - Treatment Overview
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For more information, see the topic Palliative Care.
End-of-life issues
It is important to talk about the kind of medical procedures you want or do not want for yourself or for your child.
For specific information on end-of-life issues, see the topic Care at the End of Life. For more information on how to handle emotions associated with death, see the topic Grief and Grieving.
Support groups, counseling, and education about the disease can be very helpful not only for people who have cystic fibrosis but also for their families.
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