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Long term relationships, pregnancy and parenthood have become exciting realities for many individuals with cystic fibrosis. Unique challenges remain, but thanks to advances in reproductive technologies, an increasing number of people with cystic fibrosis are able to conceive and start a family.
Women with cystic fibrosis are often able to conceive naturally. However, it may take longer to become pregnant because it is believed that thicker vaginal mucus makes it more difficult for sperm to travel and fertilize the egg.
Men with cystic fibrosis can have normal sexual relations, but are usually infertile. In most men with cystic fibrosis, sperm is produced normally but the vas deferens (the tube connecting the testis to the ejaculatory duct) is blocked or absent, preventing sperm from reaching their destination. For these men, conception can be achieved through assisted reproductive technologies.
Ask your CF clinic team for a referral to a genetic counsellor to discuss family planning. The following resources provides additional information about sexuality and fertility:
Its back again! All 8 Atlantic Region chapters are selling tickets for the annual hockey raffle.
Contact a local chapter member or the Atlantic Region office (902-425-2462 ext.0) to either sell tickets on our behalf or to purchase some for yourself.
Draw Date: February 13, 2020
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My name is Mia Gaudenzi and I’m 12 years old. I was born a seemingly healthy baby until around 3 years old when I became ill with pneumonia regularly. Doctors just thought I was unlucky until I had my sweat chloride tests to rule out CF.
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