1. Amber Kendall Jalisa Hendricks

2. Pathology:  A life-threatening disorder in which thick, sticky mucus builds up in the lugs, digestive tract, and other areas of the body.  It is one of the most common chronic lung diseases in children and young adults.

3. Respiratory System:  LUNGS.

4. Causes:  caused by a defective gene which causes the body to produce mucus  The disease is the most common, deadly, inherited disorder affecting white people in the United States.

5. Treatments:  No permanent treatment  Clearing or bringing up mucus or secretions from the airways  Lung transplant is an option in some cases  Oxygen therapy may be needed as lung disease gets worse

6. Pharmacology:  Antibiotics to prevent and treat lung and sinus infections. They may be taken by mouth, or given in the veins or by breathing treatments.  Inhaled medicines to help open the airways

7. Disease Progression:  The collection of sticky mucus results in life- threatening lung infections and serious digestion problems  Lung disease eventually worsens to the point where the person is disabled

8. Expected Outcomes:  No recovery  Today, the average life span for people with CF who live to adulthood is approximately 37 years  Death is usually caused by lung complications.