Question

How does cystic fibrosis increase the risk of respiratory infections, such as bronchitis and pneumonia?

Answer 1

ᴀ᭄ɴsᴡᴇʀ :

➨ This makes it harder to move air in and out of the lungs and clear mucus from the bronchial tubes. Chronic infections. Thick mucus in the lungs and sinuses provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. People with cystic fibrosis may often have sinus infections, bronchitis or pneumonia.

Answer 2

ᴀ᭄ɴsᴡᴇʀ :

➨ This makes it harder to move air in and out of the lungs and clear mucus from the bronchial tubes. Chronic infections. Thick mucus in the lungs and sinuses provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and fungi. People with cystic fibrosis may often have sinus infections, bronchitis or pneumonia.