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Study Finds Genetic Links to Severe Form of Cystic Fibrosis

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Researchers discovered the gene that causes cystic fibrosis quite some time ago. A new collaborative study reveals the specific regions on some genes that influence how severe a case of cystic fibrosis a child will have. This could lead to customization of treatments in the future for kids who have cystic fibrosis. Cystic fibrosis is a disease that causes a person to produce thick, sticky, mucus that can build up in the person’s lungs and digestive tract. This is the most common chronic lung disease in children and young adults. Kids with cystic fibrosis can have difficulty breathing, due to … Continue reading →

With Cystic Fibrosis, First Illness is Scary

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When my daughter was first diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) she was just a tiny, 6-day-old baby. I had all the fear in the world hanging over me regarding keeping her healthy. Even just a cold can be detrimental to a child who has a lung condition like CF. So when she got her first cold a few months ago, I was nervous. Luckily, that cold lasted about two days and she never developed a cough. The last two weeks, however, have been different. After developing a fever two weeks ago, she ended up with a very runny nose, an … Continue reading →