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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
THE END!