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Ending antibiotics for MAC

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Oct 30 7:25am | Replies (15)
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Since MAC is so complicated to treat and has the probability of returning, I believe the extra time on meds after conversion is for "insurance" to keep it at bay longer. I have never converted and have been on all the meds for 6 years. They have kept me stable and the cavity that started at 10 cm has shrunk and has stayed at 5 cm.

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healthme | @healthme | Oct 29 2:46pm

i am glad to find someone who stayed on meds for keeping Mac under control. if you don't mind sharing meds info? I am new to these chat boards. My spouse has MAC for about 14 yrs! He's been on sev. antibiotics almost as long. Also on a probiotic same amount of time. He also has COPD. any info/research or experiences will be appreciated! Bless you all

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lilianna | @lilianna | Oct 29 6:53pm

Oh my. How did you survive six years of antibiotics? And what do you mean “on all the meds” because I can’t imagine even taking them for such a long time. You must be a very strong person. God bless you.

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