Cystic Fybrosis
A Genetic disorder
The history of Cystic Fybrosis
Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disorder that has affected Thousands of people for centuries. 1985 was when most of the information really started to advance. Scientists discovered the gene that causes this genetic disorder. In the same year, Scientists also came up with a new-born screen test. This test allowed them to scan for Cystic Fibrosis when babies are first born. Within a few years they were able to genetically engineer enzymes and they were very successful, they were also cleared by the FDA.
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Cystic fybrosis foundation
This foundation helps to cure cystic fibrosis and give people who battle it a brighter future. Visit there website for information.
Lung infections
General outline
Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disorder, which is a result of a defective gene, build up in lungs and pancreas, clogs in airways, trapping bacteria. This disorder can vary hugely from person to person. Some people wear a vest each morning. The average survival age is about 40 years old. Common symptoms are, salty tasting skin, frequent lung infections, shortness of breath, poor growth, poor weight gain, no appetite, and male infertility. Scientists have invented 3 main forms of treatment. These are airway clearance, Inhaled Medications, and paramedic enzyme supplement.