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 …

…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