cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and digestive system, causing the production of thick, sticky mucus which leads to difficulty in breathing and digestive dysfunction.
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- endocrine system
- genetic disorder
- lung function tests
- lung infections
- lung physiotherapy
- lung transplantation
- malabsorption
- mucus-producing glands
- nasal polyps
- nutritional needs
- pancreas
- pancreatic insufficiency
- respiratory system
- sweat chloride test
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