Everything About The Most Common Genetic Conditions

Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis's not fun. Not fun at all! Men, this genetic condition's severe, and often fatal. Sad. Very, very sad. It affects many organs in the body. The cause? Mutations in the CFTR gene, obviously! These gene defects compromise a protein that deals with regulating fluids in your body. Men, that means people with cystic fibrosis have bodies that make way too much sweat, saliva, and mucus. Mucus building in the lungs is what triggers the nasty, nasty breathing problems. Men, more signs are sinus problems and abnormal growth! And you? When you've got cystic fibrosis, infertility is a huge, huge concern. So huge.

Men, this condition's a major trigger for many secondary health problems. So many health problems! One of them is kidney failure. You know where it comes from! It's from dehydration due to too much sweating. Men, cystic fibrosis means a higher risk of things like diabetes and bone disorders. The good news, men? You've got a lower mortality rate with this condition than women. It's not clear why, though.