This website was created for my son, and all other children and adults that have Cystic Fibrosis. My son is a thriving four year old who was diagnosed at age three with Cystic Fibrosis with pancreatic insufficiency. The main question I often hear is “what made you think that he had CF at that age?” Even though most (70%) of CF patients are diagnosed by age 2, my son really flew below the radar for any CF warning signs. It wasn’t until he turned three when we noticed that he was having more and more trouble putting on weight despite his large appetite. I used to joke “I don’t know what else to do? The more I feed him the more he goes to the bathroom! It is just not sticking.” Unfortunately my statements were eerily accurate for one of the main symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis.
The diagnosis that he did in fact have CF, was the most heartbreaking and shocking information that I have ever received. As most moms would, I started tirelessly combing the internet for information on the disease; the content I discovered created even more heartbreak, even more devastation. Eventually, I had to walk away from the Internet and just pray.
Weeks after the diagnosis, we learned our son's gene type. With that knowledge, I put one foot in front of the other and opened up the internet browser. What I discovered was nothing short of a miracle, it was HOPE! I found that not only were there thousands of CF genes that scientists have discovered; they were beginning to tailor potential drugs to the specific CF genes to treat the underlying causes of Cystic Fibrosis, not just the symptoms of the disease. What a groundbreaking and exciting time we are experiencing. This is one of the main reasons why I wanted to create this site, because no matter what the statistics say, this is a very hopeful time for this disease. There will never be an age expectancy put on my son. With hope, faith and desire, Cystic Fibrosis can be cured.
Browse the website; learn more about the disease, treatments, and the present and future medicines associated. There is a link that leads you directly to the donation page on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation website, please donate to this outstanding foundation. Cystic Fibrosis is what is known as an “orphaned” disease, because it has less than 100,000 people diagnosed, it does not get the government funding that other diseases like cancer, autism etc., receive. Every cent and dollar is appreciated and will help this fight. Thank you in advance; for reading this page, browsing this site, and hoping for a cure!
The diagnosis that he did in fact have CF, was the most heartbreaking and shocking information that I have ever received. As most moms would, I started tirelessly combing the internet for information on the disease; the content I discovered created even more heartbreak, even more devastation. Eventually, I had to walk away from the Internet and just pray.
Weeks after the diagnosis, we learned our son's gene type. With that knowledge, I put one foot in front of the other and opened up the internet browser. What I discovered was nothing short of a miracle, it was HOPE! I found that not only were there thousands of CF genes that scientists have discovered; they were beginning to tailor potential drugs to the specific CF genes to treat the underlying causes of Cystic Fibrosis, not just the symptoms of the disease. What a groundbreaking and exciting time we are experiencing. This is one of the main reasons why I wanted to create this site, because no matter what the statistics say, this is a very hopeful time for this disease. There will never be an age expectancy put on my son. With hope, faith and desire, Cystic Fibrosis can be cured.
Browse the website; learn more about the disease, treatments, and the present and future medicines associated. There is a link that leads you directly to the donation page on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation website, please donate to this outstanding foundation. Cystic Fibrosis is what is known as an “orphaned” disease, because it has less than 100,000 people diagnosed, it does not get the government funding that other diseases like cancer, autism etc., receive. Every cent and dollar is appreciated and will help this fight. Thank you in advance; for reading this page, browsing this site, and hoping for a cure!
'A Cure For Broderick Michael' is a 501 (c) (3) Charity Organization. All Proceeds go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
