Complications of cystic fibrosis
The people with this cystic fibrosis face so many symptoms and multiple medications are required to treat it. The disease affects not only the respiratory system of the body but also the digestive system and even the reproductive system. In some people’s nasal polyps, kidney and hearing complications, sinusitis has been identified.
Respiratory system complications
Due to the filling of mucus inside the lungs, many respiratory complications can arise. The most significant respiratory system complications include
Chronic infection
The thick mucus present in the lungs and sinus provides an ideal environment for many bacteria and fungi. The infection in the lungs due to bacteria and fungi leads to sinus infections, including bronchitis and pneumonia. Infections that are caused by bacteria that have resistant to antibiotics are difficult to treat. Chronic infections make it very difficult for the patient to breathe. The patient can even be hospitalized.