CF patients suffer from chronic lung problems and digestive disorders caused by a cellular defect in the transport of chloride ion. As a consequence of the lesion in chloride transport patients' lungs become covered with sticky mucus which is difficult to remove and can promote infection by bacteria. Many people with CF require frequent hospitalizations and continuous usage of antibiotics, enzyme supplements, and other medications. In the past, the life expectancy of people with CF used to only be 8 years. However, with today's many medical advances, the average life expectancy is just under 30 years and is continuing to increase.
CF slows down sexual development but brings no adverse effect upon it.
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