Tag: cystic fibrosis

Illustration of a deteriorating lung juxtaposed with a healthy one, a somber color palette emphasizing the stark contrast. A silhouette of a person struggling to breathe is subtly incorporated.

The Grim Reality of Cystic Fibrosis: Understanding the Fatal Progression

Introduction Imagine a life where each breath you take is a struggle, where a simple cold can…

Illustration of DNA strands, a magnified chromosome highlighting the CFTR gene, a healthy lung versus a Cystic Fibrosis affected lung, and a simplified family tree showing genetic inheritance.

Cystic Fibrosis: Understanding the Genetic Disorder

Introduction to Cystic Fibrosis Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a life-threatening, genetic disorder that primarily affects the lungs…