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Not bronchiectasis but ? Connective tissue lung disease

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Wrote previously about my poor care but today saw a brilliant GP who works part-time in respiratory in hospital. He explained in detail my recent High Resolution CT which shows I don't have bronchiectasis but thinks it might be connective tissue lung disease connected with my autoimmune disease..? I have psoriatic arthritis, IGa deficiency, IBS etc. Not the best news but feel someone is finally taking me seriously. Had chronic cough and sputum for 4 months and even respiratory consultant not helpful. GP today started me on Mucodine and Fostair. I'm seeing immunology in 3 weeks so hopefully that will add to the diagnosis and treatment plan.

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Germantara

I'm very pleased that you feeling much happier and yo had had a good g p it can make a big difference and with right help it can make health issues maybe not great but more bearable

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Dottie11

Glad you have made some good progress. Hope all goes well for you at Immunology.

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Mooka

So pleased someone has sat down with you at last. Good luck with immunology. Mine are great and treat me as a whole rather than just the immunosuppression.

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Alberta56

Thank goodness you've met with a knowledgeable and helpful person at last. I hope from now on you will receive the treatment you deserve. xxx

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Patk1

Its gd to get correct diagnosis& have a gd dr.fostair is gd as it's particles r much smaller and easier for lungs to absorb.hope it helps you x

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watergazer

A better situation for you Hope you do well on your new regime xx

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