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Depression, anxiety, and thoughts of suicide are not uncommon in CF patients, but are not caused by the disease itself.
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Does cystic fibrosis cause mood swings?
No... Cystic Fibrosis - is a genetic disorder affecting the lungs, pancreas, liver and intestine - not a mental health issue !
How does the cause of cystic fibrosis differ from the cause of down syndrom?
the genetic conditions
How does the cause of down syndrome differ from the cause of cystic fibrosis?
the genetic conditions
How does the cause of cystic fibrosis differ from the cause of down syndrome?
the genetic conditions
Has cystic fibrosis ever been a cause of death?
Yes, all the time.
What disorder cause abnormally thick mucus in lungs and intestines?
cystic fibrosis
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.
Is cystic fibrosis an infectious disease?
Good Question. The answer is cystic fibrosis is not contagious, however, people with cystic fibrosis tend to carry bacterial infections that can cause serious issues to other people with CF, so infection control procedures should be used when two or more cystics are around each other. General population folks need not fear of getting cystic fibrosis from others - it's a hereditary disease.
What disease does cystic fibrosis protect you from?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) provides a protective effect against certain forms of tuberculosis, particularly due to the mutation in the CFTR gene that affects ion transport in cells. This mutation leads to changes in the environment of the lungs and airways, which can inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Additionally, the thick mucus associated with CF can create a hostile environment for some pathogens, including those that cause respiratory infections. However, it's important to note that cystic fibrosis comes with significant health challenges and is primarily considered a serious genetic disorder.
What capsules do you take for cystic fibrosis?
you take creon its a capsule filled with tiny tan beads you open up the pill and swallow the beads on the inside the beads are real tiny so its easy and they have no taste so u dont hafe to worry i know cause i have cystic fibrosis
Is cystic fibrosis a candidate good for gene therapy?
Yes, cystic fibrosis is a candidate for gene therapy. Gene therapy offers the potential to correct the underlying genetic cause of the disease, which is a mutation in the CFTR gene. While there have been some promising developments in gene therapy for cystic fibrosis, further research and clinical trials are needed to fully assess its effectiveness.
What diseases cause fibrosis in the body?
Cystic fibrosis is caused by a mutation in a gene most common to Caucasian children in the USA. It is a hereditary disease and both parents must carry the disease in order for it to be passed down.
