Suggested Cystic Fibrosis Letter from Doctor to School
To Whom it May Concern,
_________________________________________________ is under our care at
_________________________________________________
for a diagnosis of cystic fibrosis
(CF). Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease
that mainly affects the lungs and the digestive system.
As a result, _________________________ will need to take the following
pancreatic enzyme medication with all meals and snacks. The only usual
exception is drinks that are mainly water, sugar or fruit.
________________________________________________________________________
Enzyme Brand Name
_________________________________ __________________________________
Number of capsules with meals. Number of capsules with snacks
These enzymes are not addictive, and will not change the behavior of
the student. Most children with CF have been taking these enzymes since
infancy, and take them on their own. If children with CF are allowed to
take their enzymes on their own they are usually more compliant with this
vital part of their care. As always, if a child takes medication not prescribed
for them, please call poison control at (913) 588-3333.
Please contact us with further questions.
Sincerely,
______________________________________________________
Physician Signature
______________________________________________________
Print Name
______________________________________________________
Phone Number /Date
CF, Part 3 — Suggested form letter to communicate with schools
For more information, please contact:
Kathy Davis, MSEd, PhD
kdavis2@kumc.edu
(913) 588-6305