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Negative sputum results without treatment
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Dec 12, 2019 | Replies (103)Comment receiving replies
@alleycat @pfists @windwalker I have been finding it hard to produce sputum all along. But my MAC after 17 months of the Big 3 is still present on a biopsy I had a month ago. I am still waiting for sensitivity tests to return. I am not sure what the next step will be. I guess it will all be pending the sensitivity results. Any other suggestions from anyone? I have not felt like I did prior to the biopsy. I am not sure if it is physical or mental. I don't want to let this beat me physically or mentally.
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Oh @jkiemen Jo Ann...I am so very sorry to hear your news on the MAC still being active. How difficult. Terri's thought was interesting...wondering if you have discussed an alternative treatment option with your Dr.?? I wish I could add good advice other than try to stay strong and positive. My heart goes out to you and my thoughts and prayers are with you also. Keep fighting the fight.
@jkiemen I was in the same situation, I was changed to daily big 3 from 3x a week and put on Amikacin inhaled and it worked to get a clear sputum and bronch result.
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Jo Ann
I'm so sorry that's not the news we wanted to hear from you.
Try and keep the faith and not to be too discouraged.
Hopefully they will tweek your meds after the sensitivity report and get the right combo.
I know there is a big body mind connection and just getting news like that can effect your whole body. So try and not let that happen.
Im sending you a special prayer for healing tonight.
Shari