No More Bronchiectasis -- Is It Possible?

Mine was in remission for 5 years. I thought I was fine. I went to my Pulmonologist for my yearly check and he told me it had been 2 years since my last X-ray. I had not been coughing and I said I didn't need it. He told me to go get one and go out for lunch, he was sure it was fine. Then my adventure with MAC began.

Hello Dee, That is great news. What have you done to make this happen? Have you had MAC as well? Thanks Bill

I obtained a book from Amazon called "Beating bronchiectasis" and the author explained what he did to beat it. I am not doing everything he said but trying to do everything I can to have a clear CT in August when I go back again.

Did you have to continue nebulizing even when it was in remission or did you stop all treatment? Just curious ...

I didn't start nebulizing until I got MAC and got on this forum. I now do nebulize twice a day with the 7% saline. I had stopped everything. I won't do that again.

How great that your lungs were clear. I too read the book on Beating Bronchiecstasis and I see it is possible, whether in the short or long term. It is something to work towards. Everyone knows the saying “hope springs eternal”!

I’m interested in nebulizing with 7% saline twice a day. It took me some time to get used to 7% after using 3%. Are others doing this - using the nebulizer a day with 7%?

Thanks,

@danielad Wow that is fantastic news. I have also read the beating bronch book, please let us know what you have done to help this. Heather

The Beating Bronchiectasis book is a good little guide and very inexpensive on Amazon. (irene5)

Dee, what a splendid surprise. Savor it heartily. Don

Kathy, I am, and my impression is that at least several other members also do.