@heather. Ugh, I was on the 3 drugs for a little over 2 years. Until I had pulsating blind spots and I would get lost when driving. I was a Realtor and I had to stop working. The Docs then put me on Cipro and I felt like I was dying. I stopped taking everything and started juicing and eating super clean, fruits vegetables nuts & seeds. My cultures were still positive but I built myself back up. I was doing pretty good until this past fall after a trip to the beach. Just not feeling well..and I've gone downhill ever since. I guess its time to get back on the drugs now but I dread it. I just hope if I have to take the Amikacin I can get the inhaled type..I know some people need a port put in for IV and I would hate that!! I'm seeing new Doc at Emory in Atlanta next month. I'm going to try to stay positive!! Thanks for the positive info!!