Garry: I know very few people who get rid of this disease and not get it back. Possibly they are young and strong and dont have bronchiectasis, which promotes re-infection. I personally dont think think pills work and that they do more harm than good. Unfortunately it is all we have right now. My infectious disease doc said all research is going to aids now, and not MAC. There may be some new inhalers coming in the next 5 to 10 years though. The pills cause massive weight loss and it is hard to keep the weight on, (for me anyway). It's always best to eat well, and exercise. Try to maximize your survival skills to fight off symptoms. My lung doc said this is a slow growing bacteria and she has patients in their 80"s, good enough for me! Work out and eat organic! xo