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@lss111 hey there I did have pft. I definitely think haemophilus really caused broncheistasis to get worse . I do not think pulmonologist gave me that exact diagnosis . But I definitely have an area where airways enlarged . No nebulizer . I am going to ask about the saline treatment . Also am on trelogy but that’s for my supposed asthma . I have not taken for 5 days . Allergist said I could go off of it so I’m trying that . I have been tested I believe for all those things you mentioned I have not had my up-to-date pneumonia shot or RSV shot. I really am not getting any more Covid shots so I will check into the pneumonia shot. It’s just also complicated cause I don’t fit into anyone my puzzle pieces don’t match.
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@alicebrew1 Many have written about how important the RSV, pneumonia, flu, and Covid shots are to those of us with compromised lung health. Makes a big difference ..it usually means not as severe a case if we get the virus and that we won’t be hospitalized.
Another important vaccine to consider - that is not respiratory related - is Shingrix ( 2 dose vaccine, probably good for life) . Maybe you’ve already received it. It’s one to ask for after 50 yrs of age and some people are getting it after age 40.
Shingles is a very painful viral infection that causes open blisters. People who have suffered with it often have symptoms post infection and are more susceptible to future infections. I’ve known more than several people who have really suffered and were not vaccinated. Unvaccinated people must wait one year before getting the Shingles vaccine, during which time they can have flare ups.