Cystic fibrosis is a disease that __________. a. causes all those infected to live only into their teen years b. makes it difficult to breathe c. can be cured with proper medication d. occurs most frequently in people of Asian descent
Biology · High School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Correct answer is B .
Cystic fibrosis is a disease that makes it difficult to breathe . An inherited life-threatening disorder that damages the lungs and digestive system.Cystic fibrosis affects the cells that produce mucus, sweat and digestive juices. It causes these fluids to become thick and sticky. They then plug up tubes, ducts and passageways.
Treatment : antibiotics to prevent and treat chest infections. medicines to make the mucus in the lungs thinner and easier to cough up. medicines to widen the airways and reduce inflammation. special techniques and devices to help clear mucus from the lungs.