Bronchiectasis

[absmith]

Hi I have bronchiectasis,and emphysema I got the results in January not been able to see lung specialist due to lockdown thanks mandy

[RoadRunner44]

Hello and welcome, I also have bronchiectasis as well as a number of other health problems. I joined this forum last Summer and have found it to be one of the best things I could have done. It is a bit like belonging to an extended family. I hope you will continue to post and enjoy being part of a unique Forum.

With best wishes.

😀

[absmith in reply to RoadRunner44]

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good .

Thank you mandy

[Kristicats]

HiMandy welcome. I also have emphysema and traction bronchiectasis .Hope you find many answers to your questions here and supporting advice. Hope your appointment isn’t delayed too much longer . Did you have a ct scan? Lovely picture btw. Christi x

[absmith in reply to Kristicats]

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good yes I had a ct scan

Thank you mandy

[Tia4209]

Hi Mandy, nice to meet you

Hope you are coping ok , the diagnosis can be a bit of shock. also hope that you can get to see a specialist soon. Lovely photo

[absmith in reply to Tia4209]

Hi yes it was a shock in 2016 I got tested for Copd then in January 2020 he said it Was

bronchiectasis after a ct scan emphysema/asthma I weren’t expecting it

Thank you mandy

[Cateran]

Welcome Mandy. Bronchiectasis is a scunner for the lungs, so you are in for a long haul of phlegm and chest clearances. Can I recommend Living With Bronchiectasis, a very useful booklet published by Chest, Heart and Stroke, Scotland, which is free and ought to be available at any chest clinic or GP surgery. There is a similar booklet, also free from the British Lung Foundation, with the same title. If you have not read either then go and find one. Keep safe too.

[absmith in reply to Cateran]

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good .

Thank you mandy

[Ergendl]

Welcome, Mandy. I'm sure you will find lots of useful information here about taking care of yourself, from others with your conditions, while you wait to see the consultant. All the best.

[absmith in reply to Ergendl]

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good .

Thank you mandy

[Ladyindistress79]

Hi., Absmith, I have had bronchiectasis for about the last twenty years and I have not let it take me down. I am on all the usual inhalers etc. And have antibiotic and steroid in the wardrobe. There are obviously things I cannot do like steep hills but otherwise I live a good life. I will be 80 next year.

[absmith in reply to Ladyindistress79]

Hi

I am on antibiotics to stop me getting chest infections if they work I will stay on them thank you mandy

[cofdrop-UK]

Hi Mandy and a very warm welcome to you, although I am sorry to hear about your health issues.

It’s a difficult time whilst waiting to have a consultation with your consultant. I hope your consultant has a special interest in Bronchiectasis - you might want to check them out online.

I have had bronchiectasis all my life and more recently asthma. I will put up a link for you for the European Respiratory Society Patient Priorities - Bronchiectasis, which I was lucky enough to be involved with in a small way as one of the patient group. It is updated constantly.

europeanlunginfo.org/bronch...

Hope you don’t have to wait long for the consultation and can get a management plan in place and physio advice.

Love cx

[absmith in reply to cofdrop-UK]

Hi

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good .

Thank you mandy

[HungryHufflepuff]

Hello and welcome 😊 So many things have been put on hold because of the virus. Hopefully you won't have to wait too much longer for your appointment.

[absmith in reply to HungryHufflepuff]

I also have asthma and emphysema I am on antibiotics for chest infection I take 3 tablets a week if they work I will stay on them so far so good .

Thank you mandy

[Caspiana]

Hi Mandy, 👋

Welcome. It's lovely that you found us. 😁 I have Bronchiolitis Obliterans a manifestation of Rheumatoid Arthritis. And had a single lung transplant last summer. I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but please know you are not alone. This forum is a great place to give and receive support. Have a good week.

Cas xx 🍀🐞🌿