Can being a CF carrier have symptoms?
Will I have any symptoms if I’m a carrier? Many CF carriers are asymptomatic, meaning they have no symptoms. Approximately one in 31 Americans is a symptomless carrier of a defective CF gene. Other carriers experience symptoms, which are usually mild.
Do people with cystic fibrosis have periods?
Most girls with CF have normal menstrual cycles after this, but there is a higher chance of missed or irregular periods and amenorrhoea (the absence of menstrual periods in a woman of reproductive age). This is most likely to happen if you have a reduced percentage of body fat.
Can cystic fibrosis cause irregular periods?
It is very common for girls with CF to have their first period later than their peers without CF. Often, girls’ menstrual cycles are irregular.
Will my baby have cystic fibrosis if I am a carrier?
If only one of you is found to be a carrier, the chance that you will have a child with CF is very low, although not completely eliminated. If you are both carriers, each pregnancy will have a 1 in 4, or 25 percent chance of being affected with cystic fibrosis.
Why does cystic fibrosis affect fertility?
Most men with CF (97 to 98%) are infertile because of an absence of the sperm canal, known as congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens (CBAVD). The sperm never make it into the semen, making it impossible for them to reach and fertilize an egg through intercourse.
Do you have cystic fibrosis symptoms?
Most carriers do not have symptoms of CF. However, some say they have mild symptoms. New research shows CF carriers have a higher risk for CF-related issues. Because of this, CF screening is encouraged, especially for those with family members with CF or those wanting to start a family.
Do girls with cystic fibrosis get worse on their periods?
Some girls with CF notice worsening of their CF symptoms during their period. This may be due to changes in the hormone levels that your body makes during puberty. You may cough more, have more sputum, or have other signs of an exacerbation of your CF.
What are the risks of being a carrier of cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Carriers had a significantly greater risk of conditions previously linked to the CF carrier status, like male infertility or pancreatitis. However, they also were found to be at significantly increased risk for conditions not previously linked to the carrier state, such as constipation or diabetes, among others.
Do people with cystic fibrosis have infertility issues?
Women who are carriers of CF do not experience infertility issues because of it. Some men who are carriers have a specific type of infertility. This infertility is caused by a missing duct, called the vas deferens, which transports sperm from the testicles into the penis.