Because the mucus making cells does not work properly,they make mucus which is too thick. It causes problems in the breathing system by clogging up the lungs. It also blocks tubes from the pancreas which normally carries enzymes to the gut. The thick mucus makes them short of breath and they are also more likely to get chest infections
the symptoms of cystic fibrosis are has chesty coughs and feeling very flemmy. struggling to breath can also be a sign and mucus will fill the lungs and cover the throat.
The most common symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis are:Very salty-tasting skinPersistent coughing, wheezing or shortness of breathExcessive appetite but poor weight gainGreasy, bulky stools
There are no symptoms or anything in a carrier of cystic fibrosis. The only way to find out is to get tested, or if you have a child with cystic fibrosis, you must be a carrier, as well as your partner.
What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis is a life threatening disease.
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Yes, girls can get cystic fibrosis.
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Cystic fibrosis currently does not have any sort of cure. Treatment is mainly done to reduce symptoms and complications. Treatment options include antibiotics, mucus-thinning drugs, and oral pancreas enzymes.
No. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease.
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No. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease.
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