adjective
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of, relating to, or resembling a cyst
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having or enclosed within a cyst; encysted
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relating to the gall bladder or urinary bladder
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Origin of cystic
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When Howard was seven years old, he was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, the genetic condition that causes sticky mucus to build up in the lungs and digestive system.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
A few years later, I was managing an autoimmune condition and some stubborn cystic acne when my doctor suggested I try reducing dairy — just to see what happened.
From Salon ● Mar. 25, 2026
"Conventionally, lung transplant is reserved for patients who have chronic conditions like interstitial lung disease or cystic fibrosis," said Bharat.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 18, 2026
Some genetic tests for embryos, for sex and diseases such as cystic fibrosis and Tay Sachs, have long been available to parents who undergo IVF.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 9, 2025
He was planning to be one of the Ambassadors of Tolerance—but due to complications from cystic fibrosis, his body rejected his lung transplant.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
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