Life has changed beyond recognition for Nicole Adams, 34, who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a child. A gamechanging new treatment for the condition – available thanks to vital research by Queen’s University Belfast – has extended her life expectancy and alleviated many of the worst symptoms.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that causes the body to make a thick mucus that affects the lungs and digestive system. It is a progressive, life-limiting condition that causes coughing, breathing problems, weight loss and makes patients vulnerable to a range of lung infections.
