Christine Slaby

Andrew's Story

Andrew was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis after having an emergency lifesaving surgery shortly after birth. ​Andrew was born with meconium ileus. This is a rare effect of cystic fibrosis. His meconium was cemented into his bowels and he was transported via ambulance to Rainbow Babies and Childrens Hospital. After a successful 4 hour surgery, Andrew spent two weeks of recovery in the NICU. He went home with an ostomy bag and had a reversal surgery done at two months old. 

Since his birth, Andrew has endured many ups and downs from this disease. Cystic fibrosis effects the lungs, digestive tract, and many other organs. Andrew requires daily treatments to keep his lungs clear of mucus. He uses a machine that shakes his lungs and follows that up with breathing treatments. Andrew's lungs are susceptible to infections and bacteria growth. Cystic fibrosis can be unpredictable and lead to hospitalizations. 

Andrew amazes us every day with his bravery. He lives his life on his own path and wakes up every day smiling and ready to face whatever life is throwing his way. 

Your support makes a difference.

By donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation you are helping add years to those fighting this disease. You are helping to create a more comfortable life and allowing the fighters to experience all that this world has to offer. Please consider donating to our team to help Andrew and all of the other brave fighters of this horrible disease.