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Bronchiectasis: New Diagnosis

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Apr 15, 2023 | Replies (382)

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@joanng...I will answer the questions I can and I'm sure others will chime in to help you soon.You can feel better, but it will take some time. I had constant chest and back pain. The constant coughing continued until I found the cause of my lung damage- acid reflux. I had to change my diet and sleep upright. This cut down on the cough after antibiotics, steroids, and postural drainage (see You-tube) My acupuncturist diagnosed and successfully treated nerve pain and now I have been well for 2 years with only the occasional bronchitis.
Many of our members continue to work. I would suggest you analyze your work schedule for energy sappers, take naps and ask to work from home.
I had to retire in order to heal. Since you are 20 years younger, you will have a better chance of continuing to work if you make adjustments. Good luck!

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Thank you for your reply. I have had to adjust my sleeping position from a side sleeper to elevated on my back. Unfortunately, my cause of lung disease is from my autoimmune disease that causes inflammation. I do take plaquenil, and anti inflammatory meloxicam daily so that helps reduce the inflammation some. Thank you for your input.