Cystic Fibrosis
ConditionsDiseases List
Thick sticky mucus buildup in organs
Fundamentals:
- Salivary glands produce saliva in the mouth to help you initially ingest food
- Glands can become infected/obstructed
LOC:
Causes:
1)Genetic:
- Inherited
- Defective CF gene
2)Pathogenic:
3)Biochemical:
4)Anatomical:
Route Of Transmission ROT:
Pathogenesis:
1)Genetic:
2)Pathogenic:
3)Biochemical:
- The defective Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR)
- DEC in fluid and salt secretion
- Dehydrated mucus accumulates in organs
4)Anatomical:
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