<p>Current Cystic Fibrosis treatments focus on managing symptoms, slowing disease progression, and improving quality of life <SupScrollLinklabel="66"/> . Since there is still no cure for CF, treatment is typically lifelong and involves multiple approaches, including medications, physical therapy, and dietary adjustments <SupScrollLinklabel="66"/><SupScrollLinklabel="67"/> . </p>
<p>The primary goal of CF treatment is to clear the thick mucus from the lungs to prevent infections and improve breathing <SupScrollLinklabel="68"/> . Airway clearance techniques, such as chest physiotherapy, are often used alongside inhaled medications, like bronchodilators and mucolytics, to thin the mucus and open the airways <SupScrollLinklabel="69"/><SupScrollLinklabel="70"/> . Antibiotics are frequently prescribed to treat or prevent lung infections caused by trapped bacteria in the airways <SupScrollLinklabel="71"/> .</p>
<p>One of the most significant advances in CF treatment has been the development of CFTR modulators, which target the underlying protein dysfunction caused by mutations in the CFTR gene <SupScrollLinklabel="70"/><SupScrollLinklabel="72"/> . These drugs, such as ivacaftor, lumacaftor, and elexacaftor, work by improving the function of the defective CFTR protein, particularly in patients with specific mutations like F508del <SupScrollLinklabel="23"/><SupScrollLinklabel="24"/> . While CFTR modulators can dramatically improve lung function and overall health in many patients, they are not effective for all CFTR mutations and often are very expensive <SupScrollLinklabel="73"/> .</p>
<p>Digestive enzyme supplements are essential for CF patients who suffer from pancreatic insufficiency, helping them to absorb nutrients from food <SupScrollLinklabel="68"/> . Additionally, high-calorie diets and vitamins are recommended to support growth and maintain body weight <SupScrollLinklabel="68"/> .</p>
<p>Although current treatments can significantly improve quality of life and life expectancy, managing CF remains a daily challenge for patients <SupScrollLinklabel="70"/> . Continued research into gene therapy and other innovative treatments offers hope for more permanent solutions in the future <SupScrollLinklabel="73"/> .</p>
<p>Current Cystic Fibrosis treatments focus on managing symptoms, slowing disease progression, and improving quality of
life. Since there is still no cure for CF, treatment is typically lifelong and involves multiple approaches, including medications,
physical therapy, and dietary adjustments <SupScrollLinklabel="42"/>{/* ehem66 */}. </p>
<p>The primary goal of CF treatment is to clear the thick mucus from the lungs to prevent infections and improve
breathing. Airway clearance techniques, such as chest physiotherapy, are often used alongside inhaled medications, like
bronchodilators and mucolytics, to thin the mucus and open the airways <SupScrollLinklabel="43"/>{/* ehem69 */}<sup>,</sup><SupScrollLinklabel="44"/>{/* ehem70 */}.
Antibiotics are frequently prescribed to treat or prevent lung infections caused by trapped bacteria in the
