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I was recently diagnosed with Bronchiectasis.

Posted by mmteach @mmteach, May 10, 2016

I was recently diagnosed with Bronchiectasis. No symptoms yet just starting different tests- another CAT scan, pulminary function test, and possible bronchoscopy. Any advice/suggestions would be greaty appreciated. Thank you!

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pfists | @pfists | Feb 18, 2019
In reply to @kristiemlove "Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September..." + (show)
@kristiemlove

Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September relying on prednisone and oxygen, they had no other choice. Three days later, she developed pneumonia followed by pneumothorax. It was at this time she started nebulizing colloidal silver. She does it every other day, along with drinking Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar daily. She has now been completely off the prednisone and oxygen for 2 weeks, and her improvement is nothing short of remarkable. She is back in the gym 4 days a week. Her doctor's cannot even believe it is the same patient. They literally said 'you could not twist my arm to treat you; keep doing exactly what you're doing!' Maybe it's coincidence, maybe not, but 5 weeks ago we didn't think my mom was going to make it. In addition, my father got the flu and an awful cough a couple weeks ago. She insisted on sleeping with him to take care of him. She didn't get a thing!

She is still scheduled to go to Tyler on March 6 for her first appointment since the MAC was confirmed two weeks ago.

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@kristimlove
That's amazing news about your moms improvement!!
I use colloidal silver but haven't inhaled it yet. Please keep us informed here of your moms progress.
It is so great to hear this good news.
Blessings
Shari

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Flib | @flib | Feb 18, 2019
In reply to @kristiemlove "Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September..." + (show)
@kristiemlove

Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September relying on prednisone and oxygen, they had no other choice. Three days later, she developed pneumonia followed by pneumothorax. It was at this time she started nebulizing colloidal silver. She does it every other day, along with drinking Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar daily. She has now been completely off the prednisone and oxygen for 2 weeks, and her improvement is nothing short of remarkable. She is back in the gym 4 days a week. Her doctor's cannot even believe it is the same patient. They literally said 'you could not twist my arm to treat you; keep doing exactly what you're doing!' Maybe it's coincidence, maybe not, but 5 weeks ago we didn't think my mom was going to make it. In addition, my father got the flu and an awful cough a couple weeks ago. She insisted on sleeping with him to take care of him. She didn't get a thing!

She is still scheduled to go to Tyler on March 6 for her first appointment since the MAC was confirmed two weeks ago.

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@kristiemlove Could you tell us what dosage your mom took of colloidal silver and how often. Thanks, Flib

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alleycatkate | @alleycatkate | Feb 18, 2019
In reply to @kristiemlove "Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September..." + (show)
@kristiemlove

Six weeks ago, my mom had a VATS procedure. She had been so sick since September relying on prednisone and oxygen, they had no other choice. Three days later, she developed pneumonia followed by pneumothorax. It was at this time she started nebulizing colloidal silver. She does it every other day, along with drinking Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar daily. She has now been completely off the prednisone and oxygen for 2 weeks, and her improvement is nothing short of remarkable. She is back in the gym 4 days a week. Her doctor's cannot even believe it is the same patient. They literally said 'you could not twist my arm to treat you; keep doing exactly what you're doing!' Maybe it's coincidence, maybe not, but 5 weeks ago we didn't think my mom was going to make it. In addition, my father got the flu and an awful cough a couple weeks ago. She insisted on sleeping with him to take care of him. She didn't get a thing!

She is still scheduled to go to Tyler on March 6 for her first appointment since the MAC was confirmed two weeks ago.

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@kristiemlove ... just short of miraculous!! I am so happy for your mom and for you! I am also thrilled to hear that about the colloidal silver. I have nebulized a couple of times after getting a cold this year to insure i dont get bronchitis or pneumonia. So far so good. I have been hesitant to use for any extended period of time but your info is comforting. I have always used it internally with huge success for infection. Glad to hear of your mom’s results and So very happy that she is doing so well. I am gobsmacked! Kate

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kristiemlove | @kristiemlove | Feb 19, 2019
In reply to @flib "@kristiemlove Could you tell us what dosage your mom took of colloidal silver and how often...." + (show)
@flib

@kristiemlove Could you tell us what dosage your mom took of colloidal silver and how often. Thanks, Flib

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She is doing 1 tsp every OTHER day......and the vinegar. I have come up with my own cocktail of 1 TBSP Bragg's vinegar, 3 oz. water, and a heaping spoonful of stevia. It is delicious! @flib @alleycatkate @pfists

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kristiemlove | @kristiemlove | Feb 19, 2019

@alleycatkate likewise, she has always used it for infection with excellent results. She is not back to 100% but pretty close. We know this is a lifelong condition, but she went from being SO BAD we all felt it had to be more than "just" MAC and bronchiectasis to SO GOOD. I know it's not for everybody, and she has been using it on a trial basis, but when the doctors gave her the green light last week, we are feeling hopeful.

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alleycatkate | @alleycatkate | Feb 19, 2019

@kristiemlove ...Thanks a million for your information on this alternative approach. I was very thankful to read your posting. Please keep us up to date on your mom's progress. Does she plan to continue her routine for a period of time? Your mom is a brave and determined pioneer!! Kudos to her and her free spirit. Big pharma would not appreciate her 20 cent approach...but I sure do! What does she feel about Brag's apple cider vinegar? A cleanser? Kate

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alleycatkate | @alleycatkate | Feb 19, 2019
In reply to @mmteach "Thanks for your reply, I am not sure what to do at this point as I..." + (show)
@mmteach

Thanks for your reply, I am not sure what to do at this point as I only have 1 small section on each side of my lung that they say is bronchiectasis. My lung function was almost normal, and I am doing another CAT scan. Besides trying to build up my immunity with garlic and tumeric pills, I was told to come back in 4-6 months. I am not coughing at all, never really did. Should I just maintain a healthy diet, exercise and building up my immunity? go to mayo clinic? wait till I get an actual infection? I am waiting for the results of my alpha-? blood test, too. Thanks for any help you can throw my way. Mary

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@mmteach Hello and welcome to our group! I agree with @lauralynn in checking with your Dr about lung clearance support. I was diagnosed with MAC and bronchiectasis last year. My Dr at Mayo seemed to think that my bronchiectasis could possibly date back to childhood. Both of my issues are mild so there is nothing to do but monitor them at this time. It sounds like you are at the initial point in diagnostics but also that you might have a mild case also with no symptoms. The things that my Dr wants me to do are to be sure my acid reflux is under control as it can aspirate into the lungs. (be sure that you do not have silent acid reflux and are not aware of it) Also to keep healthy (I keep a clean diet and do supplements to reinforce my immune system) I am to follow up yearly with an xray and sputum to stay on top of my situation and do airway clearance. (nebulize saline and usage of an acapella when I feel gunky) He suggests having an antibiotic on hand (one that is not one of the big 3) for any flare ups. And Excercise! So far, so good. Hope you stay healthy and your diagnosis does not present a problem for you. You sound like you have a concerned Doctor! Best wishes....Kate

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kristiemlove | @kristiemlove | Feb 19, 2019
In reply to @alleycatkate "@kristiemlove ...Thanks a million for your information on this alternative approach. I was very thankful to..." + (show)
@alleycatkate

@kristiemlove ...Thanks a million for your information on this alternative approach. I was very thankful to read your posting. Please keep us up to date on your mom's progress. Does she plan to continue her routine for a period of time? Your mom is a brave and determined pioneer!! Kudos to her and her free spirit. Big pharma would not appreciate her 20 cent approach...but I sure do! What does she feel about Brag's apple cider vinegar? A cleanser? Kate

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Since I was a child, she has always done apple cider vinegar. Especially if somebody was sick, she would double up on it, but she never could get me to drink it. Until now. With the stevia. ACV has always been her go-to for everything, and I never remember my mom ever really being sick. She never got colds or the flu....to which she gives vinegar full credit. There are lots of books and articles on the subject.
https://draxe.com/apple-cider-vinegar-uses/

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Terri Martin, Volunteer Mentor | @windwalker | Feb 20, 2019
In reply to @mmteach "It's a shock really. I am 55 years old, and my mother died from this. I..." + (show)
@mmteach

It's a shock really. I am 55 years old, and my mother died from this. I am having a hard time putting this into perspective, as I have seen the worst of this condition. It's hard not to look at this a death sentence. I am grateful that I don't have symptoms yet, but it's difficult trying to find a doctor that specializes in this that is also in my insurance network.

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@mmteach Hello. My mom died from lung disease at the age 58. How old was your mom when she passed? Can you share more about how the disease took her down? Do you think she may have had worse bugs than mac going on in her lungs?

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