Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited condition that causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system. This causes lung infections and problems with digesting food.
In the UK, most cases of cystic fibrosis are picked up at birth using the new born screening heel prick test.
Symptoms usually start in early childhood and vary from child to child, but the condition gets slowly worse over time, with the lungs and digestive system becoming increasingly damaged.
Treatments are available to help reduce the problems caused by the condition and make it easier to live with, but sadly a person with Cystic fibrosis life expectancy is shortened
The Cystic Fibrosis Trust is a UK charity dedicated to fighting for a life unlimited by cystic fibrosis for everyone affected by the condition.
The NHS website provides you with free articles, videos, tools and advice to help you make the best choices in adapting to life in Cystic Fibrosis.
A charity run by professionals who are parents of children who have Cystic Fibrosis. They provides essential services, equipment and practical help and support for children and adults.
A leading UK charity looking after the nation’s lungs. Their support group helps people make new friends with people who know what you are going through.
