Cystic Fibrosis Drug Treats Cause Not Symptoms
Cystic Fibrosis Drug Treats Cause Not Symptoms
A new drug treats the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis, rather than the symptoms. Research shows patients taking the drug saw rapid improvement in lung function.
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" A new drug for cystic fibrosis treat the underlying cause of the disease rather than the symptoms. Researchers at Seattle Children's Hospital tested the -- death Guile and over 150. CF patients. The drug target the defective protein that causes the disease about 4% of patients have this mutation. Experts found those taking the drugs -- 17%. Improvement in lung function that lasted throughout the study about 30000 people in the US have cystic fibrosis a disease that causes thick mucus to build up in the lungs resulting in serious lung infections. The drug is not approved by the FDA Vertex Pharmaceuticals. And manufacturer of -- has submitted an application for approval."
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