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New To Bronchiectasis
I am 74 years old and just diagnosed with Bronchiectasis. I have Sudden Adult Asthma Onset (diagnosed 2 yrs ago). CT Scans show small nodule on left lower lung. Waiting for Dr to review all tests then a follow-up. I know nothing about this condition and would like some guidance on what to do/expect/anticipate. Thanks for any suggestions. I am so thankful to have found this Support Group.
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I’m sorry to hear that you have this condition. It is scary when you have difficulty breathing. Do you know what triggered it and how long you have had this? What are your current treatments and medications/therapies for this condition?
1. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21144-bronchiectasis
2. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/bronchiectasis
3. https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/bronchiectasis
4. https://www.healthline.com/health/bronchiectasis
5. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/185759
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5 ReactionsAs I originally mentioned, this is new (and a little scary) to me. After more than a year of pushing the physicians to do something, a plethora of tests from all angles are being run. After the results are reviewed by the doctors, hopefully they will devise a plan. At least, that is MY hope. I have realized that the medical profession as a whole, frequently does not do well on the follow through and I really cannot find words to express my disappointment, anger and frustration when that happens!
I don't know the prognosis; I only know that I feel so dependent on my physicians, yet doubting their continued support and efforts.
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2 ReactionsAre you producing sputum/mucus?
Airway Clearance is key. I use my prescribed nebulizer and 7 % Normal Saline twice daily. I have an Afflo vest that I use after the treatment. Then it’s Huff Coughing and recently added postural drainage.
For shortness of breath, I was prescribed a ProAir - albuterol inhaler .
Dr. Pamela J McShane has an excellent video on YouTube that you and everyone should watch.
I would also recommend you stay up to date with your vaccines in order to lower your risk and f any diseases that affect respiration. My pulmonologist recommended: RSV, along with my annual enhanced influenza and a COVID booster when released. I also received a PREVNAR 20 and TDap. The “p” is for pertussis - whooping cough.
I have a friend who is 75 and contracted RSV last year that evolved into a hospital stay with pneumonia in both lungs.
Try to stay active. I walk a minimum of 3500 steps daily- usually more and lift weights/ ride a stationery recumbent bike.
Thank you so much! I am producing sputum and mucous in such small immeasurable amounts though. I often feel like my throat is tightening and something is stuck. I have begun the chest tapping frequently to see if that helps. I use a diskus inhaler twice daily but have been having to use my rescue inhaler more often also. This week PA Lateral views were done on my lower lobes. There is a nodule that is questionable. I will check out the YouTube video that you suggested. I need to learn as much as possible about my condition. Thank you again for responding. I welcome any help.