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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Feb 5 5:54pm | Replies (50)

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@equanimous

If you are feeling fine, maybe you should consider getting a second opinion to see if both providers concur that you need to begin the Big 3. I have MAC and BE and feel fine except for some coughing. I am apprehensive due to side effects. My dr and I have chosen the wait and see approach. Should symptoms get worse or present a danger, then Big 3 will be discussed. It has been 3+ years since I was diagnosed with MAC and, with the help of daily 7% saline nebbing, compression vesting and airway clearance, I am doing fine.

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Yes, I am apprehensive about the side effects (and the LONG course of treatment) also. I believe there are a couple of studies on different therapies in process. Hope these prove to be fruitful and provide better options for us.

Are you saying your cat scans do not show any progression of the disease over the last 3 years?