There is currently no cure for cystic fibrosis. But there are treatments that can help ease symptoms.

You'll be supported by different healthcare professionals. This may include specialist nurses and doctors, a physiotherapist and a dietitian.

Medicines for cystic fibrosis

Medicines that may be used to treat cystic fibrosis include:

• medicines called CFTR modulators that help the lungs work better by reducing the effect the altered cystic fibrosis gene has on cells in the lungs
• medicines to widen your airways and make breathing easier, or make it easier to cough up mucus
• antibiotics for infections
• steroid medicine to reduce inflammation in the airways

Treatment and support for symptoms of cystic fibrosis

You may also need other treatments to help relieve symptoms and reduce the risk of complications.

These include:

• physiotherapy – a physiotherapist can teach you ways you can improve your breathing and posture to help clear mucus from your lungs
• medical devices – devices such as inhalers and specially designed masks can help with breathing and mucus clearance
• dietary and nutritional support – a dietitian can provide advice on a high-energy diet that is easy to digest and you may be given supplements to help your digestion

Some people may eventually need a lung transplant if other treatments are not controlling their symptoms, although this is not suitable for everyone.