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What Is Cystic Fibrosis?[1]
"Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of
about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and
its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that:
People with CF can have a variety of symptoms, including:
Overview[1], [2]
Although technically a rare disease, cystic fibrosis is ranked as one of the most widespread life-
shortening genetic diseases. It is most common among nations in the Western world; one in
twenty-two people of Mediterranean descent is a carrier of one gene for CF, making it the most
common genetic disease in these populations.[citation needed] An exception is Finland, where
only one in 80 people carry a CF mutation. In the United States, 1 in 4,000 children are born with
CF. In 1997, about 1 in 3,300 caucasian children in the United States was born with cystic
fibrosis. In contrast, only 1 in 15,000 African American children suffered from cystic fibrosis, and
in Asian Americans the rate was even lower at 1 in 32,000.[2]
Outlook[1], [2]
"In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances
in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and
adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and
beyond."[1]
Since cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease, the only way to prevent or cure it would be with gene
therapy at an early age. Ideally, gene therapy could repair or replace the defective gene.
Another option for treatment would be to give a person with cystic fibrosis the active form of the
protein product that is scarce or missing. Lung transplantation is often necessary as CF worsens.
[2]
Alternative Medicine[3]
"In Western culture, the term alternative medicine refers to any healing practice "that does not
fall within the realm of conventional medicine"."[4]
To find an experienced licensed alternative medicine practitioner close to you, please contact us
either by phone at 1-888-919-1188 or by e-mail at wei@weilab.com.
References:
[1] Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
[2] Wikipedia
[3] Wikipedia
[4] Bratman, MD, Steven (1997). The Alternative Medicine Sourcebook. Lowell House. pp. 7.
ISBN 1565656261.
"Cystic fibrosis is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of
about 30,000 children and adults in the United States (70,000 worldwide). A defective gene and
its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that:
- Clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections; and
- Obstructs the pancreas and stops natural enzymes from helping the body break down and
absorb food.
People with CF can have a variety of symptoms, including:
- Very salty-tasting skin;
- Persistent coughing, at times with phlegm;
- Frequent lung infections;
- Wheezing or shortness of breath;
- Poor growth/weight gain in spite of a good appetite; and
- Frequent greasy, bulky stools or difficulty in bowel movements."[1]
Overview[1], [2]
- About 1,000 new cases of cystic fibrosis are diagnosed each year.
- More than 70% of patients are diagnosed by age two.
- More than 45% of the CF patient population is age 18 or older.
- The predicted median age of survival for a person with CF is more than 37 years.[1]
Although technically a rare disease, cystic fibrosis is ranked as one of the most widespread life-
shortening genetic diseases. It is most common among nations in the Western world; one in
twenty-two people of Mediterranean descent is a carrier of one gene for CF, making it the most
common genetic disease in these populations.[citation needed] An exception is Finland, where
only one in 80 people carry a CF mutation. In the United States, 1 in 4,000 children are born with
CF. In 1997, about 1 in 3,300 caucasian children in the United States was born with cystic
fibrosis. In contrast, only 1 in 15,000 African American children suffered from cystic fibrosis, and
in Asian Americans the rate was even lower at 1 in 32,000.[2]
Outlook[1], [2]
"In the 1950s, few children with cystic fibrosis lived to attend elementary school. Today, advances
in research and medical treatments have further enhanced and extended life for children and
adults with CF. Many people with the disease can now expect to live into their 30s, 40s and
beyond."[1]
Since cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease, the only way to prevent or cure it would be with gene
therapy at an early age. Ideally, gene therapy could repair or replace the defective gene.
Another option for treatment would be to give a person with cystic fibrosis the active form of the
protein product that is scarce or missing. Lung transplantation is often necessary as CF worsens.
[2]
Alternative Medicine[3]
"In Western culture, the term alternative medicine refers to any healing practice "that does not
fall within the realm of conventional medicine"."[4]
To find an experienced licensed alternative medicine practitioner close to you, please contact us
either by phone at 1-888-919-1188 or by e-mail at wei@weilab.com.
References:
[1] Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
[2] Wikipedia
[3] Wikipedia
[4] Bratman, MD, Steven (1997). The Alternative Medicine Sourcebook. Lowell House. pp. 7.
ISBN 1565656261.
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