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Rare disorders and diseases of the respiratory system.

Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disorder that causes accumulation of thick mucus in the body and abnormal sweating. Find links here for information, resources, and support.

Hemosiderosis
Abnormal accumulation of iron in the lungs, which causes lung disease.

Kartagener Syndrome
An inherited syndrome of chronic respiratory problems and misplaced internal organs.

Laryngomalacia/Tracheomalacia
Laryngomalacia: condition in which the voicebox (larynx) and epiglottis are soft rather than firm. Tracheomalacia: condition in which the windpipe (trachea) is soft rather than firm.

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