Cystic fibrosis

A particularly concerning effect of GE is its contribution of introducing a new gene in a product that has never been present. The process of creating gmo’s alters the DNA’s natural state, which in turn can cause mutations, deletion of a chromosomal segment, and a change in gene expressions. As a result from GE the introduction of new genes inserted could result in raising the levels of an existing allergen or produce a new and unknown allergen. In addition, it could also transfer the DNA of a…

are putting a price tag on her life worth. The fact of the matter is a lot if not most of these patients who need these lifesaving drugs donated money for the drugs research as is the case for the drug Orkambi or Kalydeco, both drug that treat cystic fibrosis. I’m not stating that just because the patients donated money to make this dream of a breakthrough drug a reality that they should expect the drug to be free; I understand that this type of drug will be expensive, but not at the…

lungs, causing difficulty in breathing. It usually results from an allergic reaction or other forms of hypersensitivity. Many other respiratory illnesses include; allergies,Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,Chronic bronchitis,Emphysema, and Cystic fibrosis. There are many symptoms of asthma but here are the most noticeable: Coughing, especially at night,wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, pain, or pressure. Physiology: In emsworld.com the author…

issues that run in the family to seek testing, preferably before pregnancy, but definitely before birth. It can help them prepare for a potentially hard pregnancy or what to expect during the early years of their child. KidsHealth describes cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder that effects more than 30,000 kids and young adults in the US. CF disturbs the normal role of the epithelial cells…

(group of eggs) are fertilized in a test tube outside the body. One of the eggs can be scanned to look for certain disorders and defects using Preimplantation Genetic Diagnoses (PGD). Currently it is only legal to scan for Huntington's Disease, Cystic Fibrosis and conditions such as Down Syndrome. The embryos can then be edited using a technique called CRISPR which is a is a technique that uses an enzyme called CAS9 to cut specific parts of the DNA out and then new DNA can be injected along…

This can result in financial issues and family problems. Bringing a baby into the mix can be detrimental to the family’s mental and/or emotional health. Terminal illnesses such as cystic fibrosis, trisomy 18 and 13, and Huntington’s disease all end in death from ages 1-30. As a female who knows she is a carrier for one of these terminal illnesses, getting pregnant could make them hate themselves, knowing that their kid might not make it…

the disorder. Autosomal recessive disorder is where both parents are unaware or do not display the genetic disorder they carry and the child inherits both recessive genes in which the child will develop the disorder. Recessive disorders include cystic fibrosis, sick-cell anaemia, and albinism.…

an enzyme in the body that is used to break down fats within the boy so the fats can be absorbed in the intestines. Lipase is produced with the pancreas, mouth and stomach. Most bodies produce enough lipase but bodies with conditions such as cystic fibrosis, Crohn disease and celiac disease may not have enough lipase to break down fats and get the nutrition they need because of the lack of lipase. Along with lipase the pancreas also produces insulin and glucagon, two hormones inside body needs…

Everyone can be diagnosed with a genetic disorder. Although some are luckier than others and do not have genetic mutations that are shown on the outside. Most common disorders people are aware of are Down Syndrome, Cystic Fibrosis, Huntington’s disease and many more but what people do not know is that there are many uncommon internal disorders that are happening to people every day. Gilbert’s Syndrome is one of the many internal genetic disorders people can inherit. Gilbert’s Syndrome is a…

Specific Aims / Statement of Hypotheses Aim 1: To determine the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on health related quality of life (HRQoL) in adolescents with and without chronic illnesses. Hypothesis: We hypothesize that ACEs, as a precipitating factor, will decrease the quality of life in adolescents regardless of having a chronic illness or not. However, we suspect that there will be a differential effect between the two groups as we expect the presence of ACEs will exacerbate…