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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: 4 days ago | Replies (43)
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Recurring pneumonia is a risk factor in bronchiectasis. Our lungs cannot clear themselves. The phlegm pools if not [manually] cleared. The manual clearance is what we refer to as airway clearance. This pooling phlegm serves as a breeding ground for bacteria. Sometimes illnesses begin as a viruses, and then turn into a bacterial infections, and can result in pneumonia. Airway clearance twice day is critical to keep the lungs clear; it is the cornerstone of bronchiectasis management.
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Hi I live in UK but most of the information you are providing is the same here
I am in hospital now just going into my 4th week up to now I have had pneumonia 14 times in the last 2 years and been given DNAR 3 times now I am really determined to come out of hospital very soon feeling well I have never smoked or taken illegal drugs but,sometimes feel very unhappy that this illness was a legacy from childhood chest infections
Can you tell me about this vest that you talk about as never heard of it. I am nearly 72 and was diagnosed 2 years ago but was a very active 70 year old and now cannot do what I want to do, that is when I’m not in hospital I’m really determined to manage this disease and get on with my life on the 10June i had a major setback and was really poorly I lay on me hospital bed and just said no god not today I’m not going anywhere today it was my 52nd wedding anniversary and it worked I’m still here. Thank you in advance for any advice yiu can give to me. Q