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Cystic fibrosis is one of the most common hereditary diseases for individuals of European descent, because Europeans are most likely to carry a recessive non-working CFTR gene. The CFTR gene controls the production of mucous, sweat, and digestive fluids. If two individuals carry the mutated CFTR gene, it is likely that some of their offspring will develop cystic fibrosis. Individuals with cystic fibrosis usually have damage to organs due to over-produced, or thickened, secretions that block other bodily functions. Cystic fibrosis affects many body organs such as the lungs, pancreas and liver. Cystic Fibrosis also affects the gastrointestinal system and endocrine system. Unfortunately, one of the most common causes of death for young adults with cystic fibrosis is lung failure and heart failure due to pulmonary hypertension (due to the clogging affects of mucous in the lungs). Treatment options for an individual with cystic fibrosis usually involve various medications and other therapies to improve quality of life issues, as there is no cure for the disease. Can you win social security disability or SSI disability benefits on the basis of cystic fibrosis? 
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