As previously mentioned, my primary issue with CF is my digestive system. I have lung issues as well, but I've been able to manage it for the past year with a serious regimen of treatments and working out. Many, but not all CF'ers have to take Creon (enzymes that aid in the digestion of food).
Some CF mutations also affect your pancreas, causing exocrine pancreatic insufficiency, also known as EPI. EPIC prevents your body from properly breaking down the foods, which also prevents your body from getting the proper nutrients it needs to function.
Creon is an enzyme replacement drug. It is a mixture of lipase (breaks down lipids), amylase (breaks down starches into sugars) and chymotrypsin (aids in breaking down proteins).
The prescription of Creon varies from patient to patient, and mutation to mutation. It is very important to take Creon just as your doctor instructs. Take Creon with meals.
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