Guest guest Posted February 6, 2006 Report Posted February 6, 2006 Hi, my name is Ginger and I have just been diagnosed with mild bronchiectasis. I’ve done some research on it via the web, but would like to talk with people who already have this condition to find out what I can expect in the future. My Dr. thinks mine is due to acid reflux even though I have none of the symptoms. He says that 50% of people are “silent refluxers” and never have symptoms. He put me on an inhaler (Advair) and a medication for the acid reflux, which I will have to take from now on. Another thing I’m curious about is the fact that I do not have a cough associated with the bronchiectasis. Everything I’ve read states that a cough that produces large amounts of sputum is the #1 symptom. My Dr. told me not everyone has a cough. I’ve been sick for 3 mths. and am ready to feel better. How long does is take before the meds. start to make me feel better? Thanks for your input. Ginger Quote
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