A hereditary disease that affects the glands that produce sweat and mucus in the body, affects the lungs, liver, pancreas, and intestines, and poses a threat to the life of the affected person.
Cystic fibrosis affects the cells that secrete mucus, sweat, and digestive juices. In the case of cystic fibrosis, the secretions become thick and sticky, and then begin to accumulate and collect in the ducts, especially in the pancreas and lungs, which may cause pneumonia, lung failure, malnutrition, diabetes, and liver disease.
