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Diagnosed with MAC but not being treated

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Apr 15, 2023 | Replies (100)
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@alleycatkate Yes mam, that is why our doctor doesn't like to rush into treatment. He said the longer you can go without using the antibiotics, the more you will be able to use them up the road when you truly need them. That way you do not risk becoming resistant to them.

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ling123 | @ling123 | Feb 21, 2019

@alleycatkate I have also either read or heard that for some MAC can clear without medication (can't remember where and when I saw/heard it). Like @windwalker Terri says, it all depends on individual's physical condition. For those who suffer from other underlying lung illnesses, the likelihood of MAC going away on its own is low. Even for those who are otherwise healthy, bronchiectasis is always going to be the enemy in our battle against MAC infection.

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