So I just got a call from my primary physician and told me that my sputum test was positive for MAC. I have never heard of this and she seemed very vague as she was trying to explain to me what it was. She said it was a bacteria. She did mention antibiotics for the next 18 months. She also said that I will be referred to an ID doctor.
I decided to look this up on the internet. I was truly shocked when I read mortality rate is about 5 years. Then I found this sight. I feel much better reading everyones post. Especially those who have mentioned that they have had this for a while. I'm not sure how I feel. I don't feel bad. The only thing I've had is this chronic cough for years. I do have the head of the bed raised 4 inches because of acid reflex. If this is also in our gut then it kind of makes sense as to how I might have gotten this. I appreciate all the comments that I have read. Thank you.