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Stopped antibiotics in December 2019. I was tested twice the first year, once the next. Then we went to annual CT. After 2 with "no change" my pulmonologist declared me "Stable". She said we will repeat cultures and/or CT only if I become symptomatic. She retires this year and is "handing me off" to someone new in September - also a Bronch/MAC specialist, so we'll see what the new doc has to say.
I continue daily airway clearance, 2-3 times per week 7% saline (both increased if I get an exacerbation) and am feeling fine.
Sue

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It's so inspiring to hear your story. Gives me hope. Who is your new doctor? Is he/she with Park Nicollet?

Hi Sue- Those are words I have heard several times this year regarding the highly recommended doctors, "retiring." Wishing you a good transition during and after the "hand off".
In the meantime allow me to repeat, we appreciate all you have learned, shared, hope you stay well and have the time/engergy to continue with what you do for all on Mayo Connect. Thanks.