All of the following describe cystic fibrosis, EXCEPT
A) the respiratory system is involved.
B) it is the most frequently occurring genetic disease in North Americans and Europeans.
C) chronic episodes of pneumonia are common with it.
D) life expectancy is normal.
E) the digestive system is involved.

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Cystic fibrosis significantly reduces life expectancy due to complications in the respiratory and digestive systems, among others. Advances in treatment have improved life expectancy, but it is still not considered normal.

All of the Following Describe Cystic Fibrosis, EXCEPT