Cystic fibrosis

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Cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that results in serious damage to the lungs due to recurrent pneumonias. Cystic fibrosis also results in a decreased uptake of nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract.

Disease information
Insurance payment: 900
Department: Internal Medicine

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Sputum cough 70
Wheezing 70
Breathing problem 70
Constipation 70
Tenderness 70
Weight loss 70
High chloride level 100

Complications[edit | edit source]

Symptom Probability
Hemoptysis 20
Osteoporosis 20

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Chest ausculation
  • Physical examination
  • Sweat Chloride Test
  • Differential diagnosis

If complications occur:

  • CT

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment