Good morning! This group has been so encouraging to me. Thanks to this group I have started nebulizing with saline. I have learned different methods of airway clearance. I have read two recommended books on how to approach this condition with a good attitude and incorporate medical treatment, exercise, diet, laughter/fun and other treatments like acupuncture. I just had my first acupuncture treatment. I have learned to accept this diagnosis and now view it as part of my life and not the defining thing in my life. I am not on antibiotics yet, but I have come to understand that I most likely will be on them at some point. I know when that time comes I will find the support of this group to as invaluable as it has been this far.

I have more peace about this diagnosis than I have had since I learned of it. Part of that peace comes from knowing that I have a community who will give me sound advice. Thank you for reminding us all of our responsibility to each other.

Now I need some of that sound advice. 🥰 I have only had one sputum culture (September 30, 2022). Nothing grew in the culture. My pulmonologist hasn’t suggested another culture. Should I request one? I had a CT in May of this year and things seem stable. I’m still waiting to hear from Dr. McShane at UT Tyler for an appointment. I know if she accepts me as a patient I can’t get into see her until next March unless there is a cancellation. I’m praying that I can see her sooner rather than later.