CYSTIC FIBROSIS

Chrissy Callahan

CYSTIC FIBROSIS

Inherited disease that causes think, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive track

HOW IT IS TRANSMITTED

Two defective genes; one from each parent

Recessive

Not communicable

WHO GETS IT?

Male & females from all ethnic groups

30,000 people in US

Most common among Caucasians

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

Delayed growth Failure to gain weight normally No bowel movements Salty tasting skin Fever Increased coughing Shortness of breath

DETECTED

Newborn screening

Carrier testing

Antenatal testing

AFFECTED BODY PARTS

Excessive mucus build up in lungs

Perfect place for bacteria to grow

Defective cell membranes unable to fight infection

PREVENTION

No cure

Gene therapy may be used someday

Earlier disease is detected, better treatment possible

Antibiotics, lung transplant, oxygen therapy, vitamin supplements are possible treatments

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