Curing CF by gene therapy

OVERVIEW Genetic engineering is used in the medical field to aid in research, produce drugs and medicines as well as a treatment of some diseases and disorders. Cystic fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease, occurs when a defective gene produces thick, sticky mucus, which clogs the lungs, leading to lung infections. These also obstruct the pancreas, preventing digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines. Symptoms are salty-tasting skin, coughing, short breath, huge appetite yet little weight gain …showed first 75 words of 799 total…

…showed last 75 words of 799 total…person that would otherwise have no chance, gene therapy may be their only answer. We believe that all things natural happen for a reason. If gene therapy helps an individual to live, use it. Otherwise, just leave well enough alone. Bibliography General information http://www.cff.org/about_cf/gene_therapy_and_cf/ Benefits and risks http://www.bol.ucla.edu/~mnarayan/intro.html Social issues http://www.lpch.org/DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/respire/cftreat.html