10 Symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis

6. Arthritis

Arthritis is often associated with cystic fibrosis, but there isn't currently enough evidence to conclusively link it. However, aches and pains are very common, even in childhood, as is swelling in various joints. In addition, osteoporosis is common, sometimes caused by repeated infections but also by malnutrition. Osteoporosis is essentially where the bone structure weakens thanks to a lack of calcium. There may be linked genetic factors that determine whether those with cystic fibrosis develop arthritis.