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What is the percent of people that has cystic fibrosis?
not sure of percentage but affects over 8,500 people in the UK
Do cystic fibrosis patent have trouble breathing around perfume?
Yes, individuals with cystic fibrosis can have increased sensitivity to strong odors like perfume, which can trigger respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Perfume particles can irritate the airways and exacerbate existing breathing difficulties in people with cystic fibrosis. It is advisable for individuals with cystic fibrosis to avoid exposure to strong odors or use fragrance-free products to prevent respiratory distress.
Why do some people get cystic Fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder caused by inheriting two faulty copies of the CFTR gene, one from each parent. This gene is responsible for producing a protein essential for regulating the flow of salt and fluids in and out of cells. When the gene is mutated, it leads to the production of thick, sticky mucus which can clog airways and cause infections.
What nationality does cystic fibrosis affect the most?
I was told Irish and Australian nationalities.
Do people with Cystic Fibrosis die young?
The life expectancy of individuals with cystic fibrosis has significantly improved over the years due to advancements in treatments and therapies. However, it is still considered a life-shortening disease, with most individuals living into their 30s and 40s. With proper management and care, many people with cystic fibrosis can lead fulfilling lives.
What is an organization that helps people that have cystic fibrosis?
cystic fibrosis foundation
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.
How does cystic fibrosis affect people with it?
it kills you
What can a nurse to do protect herself from someone with cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is completely genetic -- it's not contagious. People with cystic fibrosis don't pose any risk to their nurses, doctors or anyone else.
How do black people get cystic fibrosis?
The Same Way Any other person would get CF (Cystic Fibrosis), although it's Very Rare For African Americans to get it. Cystic Fibrosis is most common among Caucasians.
Do people suffering with cystic fibrosis lack a chromosome or they have an extra one?
Neither. Cystic fibrosis is caused by genetic mutations on chromosome 7.
What is the genotype what represent people with cystic fibrosis?
haha. right.
What famous person has cystic fibrosis?
Cystic Fibrosis is a hereditary disease. Some famous people who have lived with it are Jerry Cahill, Nathan Charles, and Nolan Gottlieb.
Is it true or false that cystic fibrosis is a transmittable disease in the lungs?
Cystic Fibrosis is not contagouse because it is a genetic dissorder (you can only have it if you have the genes that give people CF)
What would be the genotype of a person with cystic fibrosis?
The genotype of a person with CF is cc. The genotype of a carrier of a CF mutation is Cc.
Why do only white people get cystic fibrosis?
Most white Europeans do not get cystic fibrosis. There is, however, a greater occurence of the recessive gene responsible for cystic fibrosis in Caucasians and Ashkanezi Jews than other races.
Is cystic fibrosis common?
Cystic fibrosis is the most common life threatening disease in the UKOne in 25 people have the cystic fibrosis gene in them (but may not have the disease). Most people aren't even aware that they carry the gene. If two people who have the gene reproduce, the odds that they have a child with cystic fibrosis is 1 in 4. The chance that they will have a child who carries the gene but doesn't have the disease is 2 in 4 (half). The chance that they have a child who does not have the disease or carry the gene is 1 in 4.
