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CYSTIC FIBROSIS
Chrissy Callahan
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CYSTIC FIBROSIS
Inherited disease that causes think, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive track
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HOW IT IS TRANSMITTED
Two defective genes; one from each parent
Recessive
Not communicable
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WHO GETS IT?
Male & females from all ethnic groups
30,000 people in US
Most common among Caucasians
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Delayed growth Failure to gain weight normally No bowel movements Salty tasting skin Fever Increased coughing Shortness of breath
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DETECTED
Newborn screening
Carrier testing
Antenatal testing
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AFFECTED BODY PARTS
Excessive mucus build up in lungs
Perfect place for bacteria to grow
Defective cell membranes unable to fight infection
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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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THE END!