Linda,
STRESS: As we all know, in certain circumstances, reducing that stress for many is nearly, sometimes, impossible.... but it must be reduced. How women with children, especially young children and other family members that require their care and attention..... let alone their own, I believe causes much stress if they are not able to find ways or help themselves reduce it. (P.S. Bronchiectasis affects more women from what I have read, if that is correct?)
MY STORY: My belief is that stress, unrelenting stress for a good period of time, (which can and does lower ones immune system) greatly contributes to developing an infection with or without Bronchiectasis and was one of the main causes for my full blown Bronchictasis as well as a poor diet during an extremely stressful period, and then the straw that broke the camels back.....blowing leaves away from the house foundation and not knowing to wear a mask.
QUESTIONS: If you have time to reply. Thanks
Are you a trainer of some sorts? Like weight/strength trainer etc.?
Was there a specific type of diet you followed, follow?
Have you had more than one MAC/MAI flare-up?