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Cystic Fibrosis is a chronic, long term life-threatening condition effects the lungs, digestive system, pancreas, and sometimes the liver and sex organs. It is a inherited disorder, and can only be passed down from two parents who are cf carriers, meaning a defective CFTR gene. About 10 million Americans are symptomless carriers of cystic fibrosis.
People with cf produce an abnormal amount of thick, sticky mucous that clog the lungs and ducts in the pancreas, leading to chronic lung infections, coughing and difficulty breathing. It also obstructs the ducts in the pancreas, which blocks the enzymes from entering the intestines leading malabsorption. Children with cystic fibrosis have a hard time gaining weight and growing normally; the have to consume more calories than their peers to keep their weight at an average for how tall they are.
The symptoms of cystic fibrosis vary from person to person. They may include
-salty skin
-shortness of breath/wheezing
-Bulky, greasy stools
-weight loss
-frequent infections; pneumonia, bronchitis etc.,
-nasal polyps
-abdominal bloating/gas
There is no cure for cystic fibrosis, but patients can control their symptom by medications, (antibiotics, inhalers, enzymes, and sometimes a feeding tube if not able to gain weight), airway clearance, and proper nutrition. Eventually lung damage may become so severe that a lung transplant is needed. In 1985, the average life expectancy was 25. Thanks to research and updated medical care, the life expectancy in 2007 was 37.4, which continues to increase.
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What body systems are affected by cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis affects the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems.
is cystic fibrosis affect the human body?
Cystic fibrosis is widely recognized as a lung disease, but it is actually a disease that affects many parts of the body. So yes. it can:) hope this is helpful
How frequent is cystic fibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis affects approximately over 9,000 people in the UK and is the most common genetic disorder. According to the Cystic Fibrosis trusts website, approximately five babies each week are born with Cystic Fibrosis.
If you have cystic fibrosis what internal secretion of the body becomes thick and sticky?
If you have cystic fibrosis what internal secretion of the body becomes thick and sticky?
What does the number os speed for cds mean?
infection cystic fibrosis inherited treatment ministration cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder which affects the lungs and pancreas's
Is cancer a growth disorder of cells that occurs when cells divide uncontrollably within the body or is it cystic fibrosis?
(Cystic fibrosis/Cancer) is a growth disorder of cells that occurs when cells divide uncontrollably within the body.
How can cystic fibrosis cause problems with absorption of food and oxygen?
Cystic fibrosis causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe and reducing oxygen absorption. The disease also affects the pancreas, which results in poor absorption of nutrients from food. This can lead to malnutrition and weight loss in individuals with cystic fibrosis.
What type of genetic disorder occurs when the body produces abnormally thick mucus?
Cystic fibrosis is the genetic disorder that occurs when the body produces abnormally thick mucus. This condition affects the lungs, digestive system, and other organs, leading to recurrent infections and difficulty in breathing and digesting food.
What two parts of the body are affected by cystic fibrosis?
cystic fibrosis means there is too much fluid in the lungs and it makes it very hard for them to breathe. It also affects their growing and their digestive system because of the mucus. Unfortunately even a small cold can make them very sick because it affects the lungs. Unfortunately they usually die in their 30's and it is a very serious disease that more people need to be educated about.
What is cystic sibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis mainly affects the lungs, but can also affect organs like the Pancreas or intestines. This is a genetic disorder which causes the lungs to get covered with mucous, and blocks the pancreas' ability to absorb enzymes. Cystic Fibrosis can also limit the body's capacity to absorb nutrients and can lead to malnutrition.
How do you start a topic sentence if its about Cystic fibrosis?
What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis is a life threatening disease.
What inborn error of metabolism affects pancreatic secretion of digestive fluids?
cystic fibrosis ;)
