cystic fibrosis
CF= genetic disorder that affects multiple organs.
intestine
tubes that carry enzymes made from the pancreas, can be blocked by thick mucus
mucus blocks the passageways of the pancreas and prevents pancreatic digestive juices from entering the intestines
without the juices, the intestine cant absorb fats and proteins completely, so nutrients leave the body rather than help the body.
protein
This protein is defective in cystic fibrosis, producing the thick mucus that causes problems for people with CF
a new therapy, called protein repair therapy, aims to repair the defective CFTR
This protein possesses two ATP-hydrolyzing domains, which allows the protein to use energy in the form of ATP
infection
The usual presenting symptoms and signs include persistent pulmonary infection, pancreatic insufficiency, and high sweat chloride levels
This bacteria is the most common cause of chronic and fatal lung infections for people with CF
in cystic fibrosis, these secretions become really thick and can clog up vital areas of the body causing inflammation, obstruction and infection
UltraViolet: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Video