Syndromes and disease

Question 1

What is cystic fibrosis?

Answer 1

A disease caused by a fault recessive gene.

Question 2

What are the effects of cystic fibrosis?

Answer 2

Thick, sticky mucus in the lungs that can cause respiratory and chest infections

Question 3

What treatments are there for cystic fibrosis?

Answer 3

Physiotherapy, drugs and a special diet can help cystic fibrosis.

Question 4

What is Brittle Bone Disease?

Answer 4

A disease that can be passed down from an individual’s parents but also from a genetic mutation

Question 5

Is cystic fibrosis a disease or syndrome?

Answer 5

Disease

Question 6

What are the effects of Brittle Bone Disease?

Answer 6

Increased risk of fracturing or bones due to a lack of collagen in their bones

Question 7

What treatments are there for Brittle Bone Disease?

Answer 7

Physical therapy, assistive equipment and drug treatment to strengthen their bones

Question 8

Is Brittle Bone Disease a disease or syndrome?

Answer 8

Disease

Question 9

What is Phenylketonuria (PKU)?

Answer 9

A rare genetic disorder

Question 10

What are the effects of Phenylketonuria (PKU)?

Answer 10

The child cannot eat foods containing the amino acid (milk, meat, eggs) as is it can cause