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What is cystic fibrosis?

Cystic fibrosis or CF is an inherited disease involving epithelial cells. Epithelial cells are found lining the skin, sweat glands, and respiratory, gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts. In people with cystic fibrosis, the epithelial cells do not function properly. These impaired cells cause abnormal regulation of the flow of salts and water. The result is abnormal secretions such as a thick, sticky mucus tha (More)

General Information

Cystic Fibrosis Cystic Fibrosis (Merck Manual) Cystic Fibrosis - Interactive Health Tutorial (More)

The Body

Cystic Fibrosis - Image Lung (Image) Respiratory System (Image) (More)

Complications

Arthritis Chronic Respiratory Failure Cor pulmonale (More)

Symptoms and Tests

Amniocentesis Chest X-ray Chorionic Vllus Biopsy (More)

Treatment

Lung Transplantation Postural Drainage Acetylcysteine (More)

Staying Healthy

Hand Hygiene (Helping Hand) Hereditary Lung Conditions (Medem) Home Exercise Program for Patients with Heart or Lung Conditions (More)

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