What is cystic fibrosis?

Cystic fibrosis is a rare genetic condition in which certain glands produce abnormally thick mucus. This mucus can cause problems in digestion, breathing, and body cooling. There are over 1900 known mutations that can cause CF. Treatments may include specific drugs and lifestyle changes.

How do members experience cystic fibrosis?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with cystic fibrosis*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for cystic fibrosis*

Who has cystic fibrosis on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 90
20s 238
30s 363
40s 251
50s 161
60s 80
70+ 20

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 371
Female 819