Is bronchiectasis always progressive?

@jlsilva I think you and your doctor are both right that bronchiectasis can be kept from progressing and it also depends on the lung and general physical conditions of each individual. I was diagnosed for bronchiectasis and MAC 3.5 years ago. I don't have any other lung disease and otherwise very healthy. So far my condition is stable and slightly improved per latest CT scan and chest X-ray. But I have not taken any antibiotic. All I have been doing is staying active and eating healthy. I will turn 65 in a few days. However, if you have other lung illnesses on top of bronchiectasis, the latter could be aggravated by the former or vice versa. Then the situation could become tricky. I assume your doctor's opinion was based on what he knew of your current physical condition. So that is what I would take to heart.

I was dx with bronch last Aug and my MD says infection will make it worse. Thus get flu and pneumonia shots as needed.
My MD also suggested zinc as a supplement. it helps with inflammation

Great advice, @pattywatty. Didn't know about Zinc. Will give it a try.

Always get the flu shot and pneumonia shot (when needed). My doctors wouldn’t let me leave the office this past year without those!

@jlsilva consistently /daily getting rid of mucus thru a device such as an aerobika or vest is also part of formula to hopefully prevent more bronchiectasis tdrell

I really need to get back to exercise in some form. I think sometimes anger comes directed toward me for getting "sick." My pulmonologist feels my husband's anger at yet another disease can be emotionally a downhill slide. Years ago, he never talked to people about sarcoidosis and now with the MAC's diagnosis, this has added to the stress. I do see a series of doctors who work around this with me. This can put more stress on me but this group helps me get through the really tough times. I need to hear what others have done with the physical and of course emotional side. Ironically I have a call waiting but will get back.

@pattywatty - how much zinc do you take daily? with or without food? thank you!

@jlsilva great your dr actually said that, it is what we all should be doing anyway so this is a great reminder when we go off track with diet and exercise to get back ontrack.

This is a question I think I have hesitated to ask? I would like to see some answers and is exercise something you can push your way through despite the extreme fatigue.

I believe Zinc is the main ingredient in Zicam which is supposed to stop you from getting sick or shorten a cold. I take that whenever I’ve been around someone who is sick or I feel like I might get sick. So far it’s been helping me. I also get the flu shot