cystic fibrosis

Definition / meaning of cystic fibrosis

A common hereditary disease in which exocrine (secretory) glands produce abnormally thick mucus. This mucus can cause problems in digestion, breathing, and body cooling.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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