Cystic fibrosis
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A common inherited disease that causes the body to make thick, sticky mucus that builds up in the lungs and blocks the airways, leading to repeated serious lung infections. Mucus also blocks the pancreas, which stops digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines. Cystic fibrosis also causes very salty sweat, which can lead to dehydration, increased heart rate, tiredness, low blood pressure, and heat stroke.
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