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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Sep 10 9:51am | Replies (56)

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This is the best Bronchiectasis doctor in the area. He specializes in that as well as cystic fibrosis. I just changed to him after my last doctor would not order sputum test. This doctor agrees that my xrays show no problems. I have another condition called cvid, which means I get serious infections with the slightest issue (even a cut or dental work). My pulmo has to work with my immuno doctor on everything.
I tried to get a lab to take sputum and I pay for it, but can't find one that does that. Anyone know how I can get it done on my own? Apparently, the doctors don't think I need one.

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Ask your immunologist to order a sputum culture for you. They love ordering tests! Not necessary to do on your own and it would be way too $$$$.

Unfortunately X-rays do not show enough detail about what's really going on in your chest. A CT scan is standard of care. Ask immunologist to order one, or suggest they speak with pulmonologist on the necessity of one, at least for baseline if you've not had one.

Regarding your earlier question about how to know if you have MAC and/or pseudo? The answers are CT scans, sputum samples and sometimes bronchoscopy.