An inherited disease that affects the respiratory and digestive systems.
Cystic fibrosis affects the mucus and sweat glands of the body and is caused by a defective gene.
Thick mucus is formed in the breathing passages in the lungs and this predisposes the person to chronic lung infections. Most males with cystic fibrosis are infertile. Risk factors include a family history of cystic fibrosis or unexplained infant death. All Rights Reserved. All rights reserved.