What Masks Are Best For Cystic Fibrosis?

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Im glad you asked, people are aware of cystic
fibrosis, but a lot dont know what it is and how
it affects the persons body. CF is a genetic
disease that affects the lungs, pancreas and
other major organs causing persistent lung
infections and can limit the bodys ability to
breathe mucus can also blog the airway which can
trap germs and bacteria leading to and causing
inflammation, respiratory failure, infections,
and other major issues.
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While CF is not curable, but it is treatable
there are almost 2,000 different mutations that
affect more than 70,000 people worldwide with
1,000 new diagnosed cases each year. You might
be wondering what wearing masks have to do with
people who have Cystic Fibrosis, well they were
wearing them long before Covid-19 ever happened.
Masks were and still are, a part of their life
and for good reason too.
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Respiratory issues are your major concern when it
comes to having cystic fibrosis and contracting
infections, these infections affect people with
CF differently than those without as they can be
infected by different forms of bacteria that can
be harder to treat. CF patients need to be
cautious of others with CF, as it puts them at
greater risk of spreading dangerous germs and
bacteria causing cross-infection to occur.
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Obviously, by now we all know that a mask is
supposed to cover our nose and mouth, doing so
helps control what germs and bacteria we breathe
in and out. A properly worn and fitted mask can
help filter out those particles in the air that
carry germs and bacteria and can help filter out
the germs and bacteria that comes out of our
mouth and nose.
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This process helps those with any respiratory
issues, such as Cystic Fibrosis, go out to the
store, be around friends and family, go to school
and do more everyday things. No mask can
completely stop these germs and bacteria from
entering anyones system, but they help filter
out the amount, which can be very beneficial.
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Masks arent and shouldnt only be worn by those
with CF, friends and family can be wearing them
as well to help protect them and themselves from
picking up and spreading germs and bacteria.
Masks should especially be worn by those who may
feel sick from the cold or flu, which can be very
harmful to someone with cystic fibrosis.
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Most masks can help but your best bet, is to go
with a filtered fabric mask. Disposable and paper
masks are okay but for an extended level of
protection try a mask that has a filtration sewn
inside the layers. M11 masks have a
pharmaceutical grade filter sewn inside that can
help filter out 65 to 79 of things like smog,
dust, pollen, pet dander and more.
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• Extreme 95 masks offer a double layered
  filtration system, half of which can help filter
  out 95 of what M11 masks can and more the other
  half is a MERV 8 carbon pharmaceutical grade
  filter that can help filter out those already
  mentioned and certain bacteria, smoke, and odors.
  Some of the below masks might be a good option
  for someone who has CF or someone who wants to
  help protect those with CF.
• Extreme 95 Bamboo Masks
• M11 Organic Cotton Masks
• Extreme 95 Chitosante Masks
• M11 Tencel Masks

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Remember to check with your doctor or physician
before wearing any mask for a long period of
time, especially if you have a respiratory issue.
Masks can help but they are not a guarantee to
stop or cure anyone from getting sick or picking
up any germs or bacteria. For an effective use,
make sure your mask is properly worn and fitted
to make sure there are no gaps and make sure no
one under the age of 3 is wearing a mask.
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