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Is it possible to develop bronchiectasis years after exposure

Posted by trebligaf1 @trebligaf1, Mar 25 5:02pm

I was in the U.S. Air Force from 1975-1979. I was exposed to Aircraft exhaust fumes and second-hand smoke, as tobacco smoke was allowed in offices at that time. I did not have many symptoms and was diagnosed with bronchiectasis until 43 years later. Has anybody heard if it is possible to develop bronchiectasis years after exposure and can somebody be A-Symptomatic to this illness ? Thank you for your input.

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brody89 | @brody89 | Mar 28 6:42pm
In reply to @irenea8 "My search brought this up which may not tell you much in terms of hard evidence:..." + (show)
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My search brought this up which may not tell you much in terms of hard evidence:

Yes, exposure to respiratory irritants, infections, or inhaled foreign objects in the past can cause bronchiectasis many years later. Initial lung damage creates a "vicious vortex" where, over time, chronic inflammation and repeated infections lead to permanent, irreversible widening and scarring of the airways.
Potential Past Exposures and Causes:
Severe Early Infections: Childhood pneumonia, pertussis (whooping cough), measles, or tuberculosis.
Inhaled Foreign Objects: Inhaling food particles or small objects as a child can cause blockages leading to later damage.
Chronic Exposure: Long-term exposure to second-hand smoke or toxic fumes can damage airway walls.
Underlying Conditions: Conditions like cystic fibrosis, asthma, or immune deficiencies may exist for years before triggering significant damage.
Bronchiectasis often develops in two phases: an initial "insult" or damage, followed by a long period of progressive damage driven by persistent infections and inflammation. Symptoms, such as a chronic cough with significant mucus, can take years to manifest after the initial lung damage occurs.

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@irenea8
Hi yes and i think that is what has happeed in my case.I had exposure to fibre glass batt resins 20 years ago and had a severe immune reaction.Could not beath my sleep patterns were interupted.
Now lately i have incresed sputum daily and mild frontal headaches.I will be having a a nose surgery to correct my septum or the centre bone of the nose as it needs to be centered and straightened.
This may help to alow my sinuses better air flow.
I hear there are some promising new treatments approved by the FDA that reduce symtom severity and also on the further arizon the Chinese have a new treatment in eary stage trials about P63 lung Basal stem cells which have shown to rebuild damaged areas of the airways.

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trebligaf1 | @trebligaf1 | Mar 29 8:44pm
In reply to @pacathy "@trebligaf1 I’m curious about your biologic treatment. What are you finding helpful?" + (show)
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@trebligaf1 I’m curious about your biologic treatment. What are you finding helpful?

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I am on Fasenra, an automatic pen injection every 8 weeks. I also use arformoteral, a nebulizer perscription. They are both a maintenance drug. I was doing Prednisone approximately three times a year, Which is not good, So the doctor put me on these drugs. And Oh my gosh, what a difference. Excellent results take buddy for a walk Take Buddy for a walk

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trebligaf1 | @trebligaf1 | Mar 29 8:57pm

@pacathy
I am on Fasenra and Arformetora. They are maintenance drugs. My Doctor prescibed them as I was doing prednisone to often.

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