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Thank you all for your comments. Helps a lot with decision making. I will consult with my pulmonologist about what the infectious Dr. suggested. I suspect that he has to cover himself and request the big 3. Big 3 is such a long process. Since my pulmonologist said that I have a rather mild case of this disease I feel that I can wait for three months and see them again and get another cat scan and mucus test results. The reality that this illness is not going to go away is daunting. And I realize that I have to get rid of the infection. Thanks again. Sue you are a gem. H

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hauoli | @halford | Jul 8, 2021

Sue and Jennifer, taking the big three were you on it for 1-2 years taking the medications every other day? Thanks

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jul 8, 2021

Thanks for the compliment - my Dad used to say even a lump of coal can be a diamond after enough time passes...

I think more docs are willing to wait and see because the drug regimen is tough on a lot of people. Most mycobacteria are very slow growing. You might also want to ask again about 7% saline - the evidence is that it can help keep the bacteria from growing is mounting.