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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Nov 10 11:28am | Replies (22)

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Hi, I am scheduled for a bronchoscopy/biopsy on Nov. 25th. The size of the nodule is 1.2cm and the radiologist report states suspected malignancy. I never knew that MAC disease could turn into Cancer, but appears in researching it that it can. I wish I had known that because I have been doing a watch and wait for 2 1/2 yrs. I think I would have started the meds had I known.
If it turns out that it's not cancer, I am planning to tell the Dr. I want to start the MAC meds. Hoping for the best outcome but prepared for the worst. I have a pretty good attitude towards dying. My sister died at 51 from lung cancer. I am 77 and so I feel fortunate that I have lived this long. Take care, Barb

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@bbeers I'm glad you're getting the biopsy anc wish you the best. Be sure to keep us updated.
I curious-if you don't mind sharing, which Penn doc do you see?
I don't have MAC, just bronchiectasis. I was thought to, but finally had a bronch a couple years ago, and it was negative so I haven't been in the IR group.