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Frequently Asked Questions
What gender is most affected by cystic fibrosis?
Males account for slightly more than 50 percent of all cases of cystic fibrosis (CF) but generally have better outcomes than females until about age 20. After that, men and women experience roughly equal outcomes for long-term survival. Still, males with CF tend to live an average of 2 years longer than females.
What are other names for cystic fibrosis?
Other names of Cystic Fibrosis are fibrocystic disease of pancreas. mucoviscidosis. pancreatic fibrosis.
What kills someone with cystic fibrosis?
In cystic fibrosis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a much-feared pathogen. The bacterium easily colonizes the lungs of people with cystic fibrosis, leading to chronic infections that are almost impossible to eradicate and are ultimately fatal
Can you live to 70 with cystic fibrosis?
As people get older, there is an increased risk of complications, some of which can be fatal. However, other factors may have a greater influence on life expectancy, which is why some people with CF live into their 70s.
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