Winnie, it is nice to hear from another teacher. I, too, have bronchiectasis and have had that for two years. As teachers, our constant talking can make our symptoms act up during the day. I carry a handkerchief in my purse and use it discreetly. I have never been questioned by students or any other person at school for that matter. I just have to cough out phlegm at random times during the day. I may have MAC - I had "evidence" of MAC in my last chest scan - but I have yet to find out what is going on for sure. I, too, suffer from anxiety. Seems to go with the territory doesn't it?

So do what Katherine has suggested and enjoy each day. This is a wonderful forum and you will get answers here..