Cystic fibrosis is caused by genetic changes and is always present at birth. Although rare, cystic fibrosis isn’t diagnosed in some people who have mild symptoms until they’re adults. This is known as ...

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that causes a buildup of mucus in organs throughout the body. Stool, or feces, can indicate how your gastrointestinal tract is functioning and whether ...

Patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) and elevated blood eosinophil counts had significantly increased respiratory symptoms compared to those with lower eosinophil counts, based on data from 109 ...

Antisense oligonucleotides, or ASOs, are molecules that can be used to control protein levels in cells. Scientists have discovered a new way ASOs may help cells produce a protein missing in cystic ...

The desire to have children represents one of the most fundamental human experiences, yet for people living with cystic fibrosis, the path to parenthood can feel uncertain and complex. You might ...

Therapies which treat the underlying defect of cystic fibrosis (CF) are in development. But while these are awaited, current treatments must be used to their maximum potential in order to continue the ...