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Bronch is not a life sentence, it will not kill you. you can and will more than

likely live as long as your past family members.

Life doesn,t have to be shortened.

Just managed better, and yes maybe with a lot more caution to many things.

Bronchiectasis , is not a notifianble disease, nor is atypical TB.

So unless you wish to tell people its only your business.

As for lots of meds for the atypical form of TB, well you need similar meds and

maybe 1-2 more for the TB as you take for the bronc, and like myself, you may at

a later stage when

once dx become more the owner of your illness and disease . / disability

You will have learned new coping skills, seek out more correct treatments etc

and really may end up with few or no symptoms.

Thus enabling you to get on with the act of living.

Please don,t think I am trying to be harsh or uncaring, just that one must

remain positive to get good results, and one can only learn more and more

thoroughly once they have accepted their

illnesses etc.

Many , many people live very normal lives ( well as normal as most)/

Some do cough incessantly etc, some don,t.

I did cough for many years, well into the 25 yrs range, and cough no more,

havent for well over 12 years, so there is LOTS of hope for a good life ahead.

as long as you let yourself live.

The TB meds can protect others from getting infections etc, however generally

atypical TB you take these specific meds

only for reasonably short periods.

Hower if you have or had TB ( the infectious type) you will be required to take

them all your life, so you can live a normal life without endangering others.

I have been a HIV aids home care nurse for over 30 years, work with the very

close to death, been there right tothe end with many who have TB.

never needed a mask etc unless dressing wounds etc, or of course for body fluids

etc.

But not the cough.

So please do not fear Deb.

If you had the real ( infectious TB) you would not be in your home , nor without

a bed in a hospital/ hospice etc for infectious diseases, they do not and will

not takes such risks, to have you out there SPREADING the disease.

What a shame you didn,t know more to clarify this, so not to put all your

friends, family and workmates in such a worried state.

I have had a friend years ago, be told he had hepatitis C, and that he would be

dead in 10 years etc.

Unfortunately for him he had spoken to another with hep c, who only days later

suicided.

He too attempted to take his life, thats how I met him.

He is doing very well, has wonderful job, and goes overseas twice a year, he has

had this hep c for 17 years.

He will probably out live me.

Deb once you have the correct name, for the illness/ disease you have, maybe you

should think about getting a letter from doctor to help you clarify things with

work and family.

Don,t you think work would be trying to put you off permanatly , if they thought

you were spreading disease.

This also shows here a lot of ignorance, on your yourplace as well as the very

foolish doctor.

For not making sure you knew quite well that you did not have the very

contagious TB etc. how irresponsible of him/ her.

I would be reporting them very quickly.

Even if you misunderstood, didn,t you think to ask lots of ??????????????? once

been told you had TB, one would think the

shock, the look on your face etc, would be enough for the doc to realise he had

given you the wrong impression, I think he is both uncaring and unprofessinal,

I would be looking for a new doctor, a 2nd opinion on whatever you have before

going any further.

Hope this has helped a little, this group is a wonderful

place to ask questions, seek opinions and maybe take some of the info you get

from here with you yo your doctors, ( your NEW) doctors.

Cheers,

Sandy Australia

Carer/ Consumer Representative

Central Area, Mental Health Clinical network.

" Sec/ Co -ord HBCAG & GEMS.

Consumer/ carer rep to FCIMHS

Community Consultant on Mental Health /Fraser Coast.

Sandy R .

" Nothing about us without us "

HBCAG " Promoting Excellence in Mental Health "

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> Date: Fri, 22 Dec 2006 09:04:27 +0000

> From: bronchiectasis

> To: bronchiectasis

> Subject: Digest Number 1486

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 1:23 am (PST)

> In a message dated 12/21/2006 1:08:17 AM Eastern Standard Time,

> debres@... writes:

> I can't remember the extact wording. But he said I was not able to go to

> work.

> This was from my GP. He is calling the heath clinic tomorrow and I have a

> appt with

> the lung DR at 3:45pm. I am very confused. He said there will be a number

> of drugs I 'll

> need to take.

> So there is a TB that is non-infection?So there is a TB that is

> non-infection?<WBR>??

> yes.

> I've learned so much from this list group. Deb, I suggest you copy out that

> letter from Liz and take with you and confront him with it. Get another

> opinion ..show the letter from Liz to your GP as well as your

> pulmonoligist..insist they test for MAC before going any further.

> Good Luck and keep your chin up..

> Sandie in MD

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:14 am (PST)

> Yes, it is called " Atypical TB. " That's what they thought I had but could not

find the bacteria. It will require about 18 months of 3 different antibiotics.

Just take it day by day and you will be OK. I am thinking of you.

> Did the take sputum tests? Is that how they identified the bacteria? You just

have to be sure they are treating you for the right thing. Ask them about

Bronchiectasis and how they know that is not what you have. You have to be

vigilant with doctors--they are not always all we would like them to be.

> Marsha/NYC

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:19 am (PST)

> Hi Debbie,

> I have the non-contagious form of TB. It is called mycobacterium avium complex

or MAC. It was diagnosed about 4 years ago but at that time, they said it was

non-invasive so I did not have to take the treatment at that time. Last March,

they did another sputum test and CAT scan and now I am on the treatment. (was

losing weight, was having night sweats and getting sick more often.) The drugs I

take are Azithromycin, Rifampin and Ethambutol. I'm still not on full doses yet

because of reactions to the medications, but most people have no problems. Even

with the reactions I have had, I must admit, my energy level has increased

tremendously from last year. There are still the problems with the bronch. but

I'm having my pulmonary doc keep treating this also--yes I need to tell him to

do this. Sometimes they think that if one thing is being treated the other will

go away also, but that is not the case.

> Good luck on your appointment, keep your spirits high. It was a real downer

for me at first when I found out about the MAC, but I'm accepting it and

hopefully in the next year it will be in remission and I will be off the drugs.

> Take care.

> Jan in St. Louis, MO

> Debbie > wrote:

> My Doc just called me. I have TB.

> I had to leave work. He said the heath units are going to call me tomorrow and

not to worry.

> I feel great and that is a good thing. He said I'll go on med's and its very

treatable. Not the way I wanted to get Christmas off from work. Just ruined my

Christmas

> Anyone go thru this???

> Deb

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:26 am (PST)

> thank you I will

> _____

> From: bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis >

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> On Behalf Of Sunniesback55@...

> Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 1:20 AM

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> Subject: Re: now what

> In a message dated 12/21/2006 1:08:17 AM Eastern Standard Time,

> debres@... writes:

> I can't remember the extact wording. But he said I was not able to go to

> work.

> This was from my GP. He is calling the heath clinic tomorrow and I have a

> appt with

> the lung DR at 3:45pm. I am very confused. He said there will be a number

> of drugs I 'll

> need to take.

> So there is a TB that is non-infection??? I asked him if I was conjatious

> and he said

> yes.

> I've learned so much from this list group. Deb, I suggest you copy out that

> letter from Liz and take with you and confront him with it. Get another

> opinion ..show the letter from Liz to your GP as well as your

> pulmonoligist..insist they test for MAC before going any further.

> Good Luck and keep your chin up..

> Sandie in MD

> Never Look Down on Someone

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 8:01 am (PST)

> Atypical ??? sounds right.

> I had a blood test and they were down in my lungs last thursday.

> K, I'll add the Bron question to my list.

> Yes I have to be vigilant and get all my facts straight. Right now I've got

> alot of family and co-workers freaking out.

> I'm sure its all around the company by now.

> My son did some reading on it and he feels alittle better. He said once I'm

> on the med's I am no longer

> catchy.

> thank you

> _____

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> On Behalf Of marsha.granville@...

> Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 7:15 AM

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> Subject: Re: now what

> Yes, it is called " Atypical TB. " That's what they thought I had but could

> not find the bacteria. It will require about 18 months of 3 different

> antibiotics. Just take it day by day and you will be OK. I am thinking of

> you.

> Did the take sputum tests? Is that how they identified the bacteria? You

> just have to be sure they are treating you for the right thing. Ask them

> about Bronchiectasis and how they know that is not what you have. You have

> to be vigilant with doctors--they are not always all we would like them to

> be.

> Marsha/NYC

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 12:05 pm (PST)

> I think you will get over TB, but bronchieactasis would be with you for

> life. That is

> the good news.

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> Posted by: " marsha granville " marsha.granville@...

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 1:17 pm (PST)

> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in

> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what

> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.

> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and

> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the

> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough

> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being

> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the

> B, because I don't.

> Marsha/NYC

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> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in

> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what

> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.

> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and

> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the

> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough

> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being

> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the

> B, because I don't.

> Marsha/NYC

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 3:16 pm (PST)

> You go girl! Just worry about today not tomorrow ... life-sentence huh? Is a

" cure " around the corner perhaps? We don't know what our future lies but we can

only live for today. And don't mention your condition at the new big job

opportunityl, and no, you're not being dishonest. Why give them a reason to lock

you out before you have a chance to begin and prove yourself? I am a working

girl myself and it is amazing how wonderful everyone has been to me around here,

very, very, accommodating. If they like you, you're fine! Until or if ever I get

so sick and need oxygen daily that's when I will leave but I'm not quite there

yet and you aren't either!! We are young still [i'm 59] and not retired by a

long shot. I love being busy and chatting with people. Takes my mind off my

ailments too! No, I am not ready to hang my boots up yet! I also do a little

acting on the side too, haven't been able to this past year except for a couple

of paying murder mysteries but I

> plan on auditioning in the new year for a play coming up. So you see, I try to

live my life as normal as possible. My pulmonary doctor is marvellous and we

have a good understanding and he has taught me a lot of things to help with my

disease. Plus I will learn more when I go to the respiratory program in January

for a six week course [COPD] and my office has worked out my hours for me to be

able to do both! Yeah!

> Well merry merry Christmas to everyone ... hang in there ... we all need each

other and my prayers go out to those with special needs right now.

> Love

> Janet in California

> marsha granville <marsha.granville@...>

wrote:

> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in

> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what

> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.

> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and

> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the

> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough

> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being

> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the

> B, because I don't.

> Marsha/NYC

> ...love Janet

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:02 pm (PST)

> You are not being dishonest as long as you are able to do the work. People

> have

> a right to some privacy about health matters. When I cough I just tell

> folks it is a

> chronic thing and that I am not contagious. Works for me. Hope it works

> for you.

> Lee

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> Posted by: " Sunniesback55@... " Sunniesback55@...

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> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:16 am (PST)

> In a message dated 12/21/2006 4:21:49 PM Eastern Standard Time,

> marsha.granville@... writes:

> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in

> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what

> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.

> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and

> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the

> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough

> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being

> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the

> B, because I don't.

> Marsha..Take it from one who's been there. I can't work any more (I'm 56)

> and I miss it terribly. I miss the income and the social aspect of ' being out

> there '.

> You have a right to your privacy. If you feel you can do the job, then go

> for the interview and shine ! It's not your obligation to tell them anything.

> And in my own humble opinion, it's best not to. If they ask " is there any

> physical reason you feel you couldn't do this job? " ..tell them no. You

wouldn't

> be applying for the job if you thought you couldn't do it right?

> You're not lying to them. Trust me, I know. I felt the ' need ' to be

> honest, when I was able to work, at an interview and that was a slam dunk

right out

> the door, TWICE..I didnt get the job. People are funny, especially about

> words like " chronic " or big words like " bronchiectasis " ..you can assure

them

> it's not a threat to anyone but they won't believe you. Best to leave well

> enough alone.

> I feel the same way. It's a life sentence, yes indeed. It's as much a part

> of me , now , as my arms, legs and eyes. We just have to know how to take

> better care of ourselves, manage it, and go out there and live the best we

> can..do the best we can with what we've got.

> Good luck on your interview..

> Sandie in MD

> Never Look Down on Someone

> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:41 am (PST)

> Hi! I'm new to the group. My mom (she's 71) was sent to Dr.

> Donahue, UPMC (Pittsburgh) about 5 yrs ago after years of bronchitis

> and pneunomia, where after a scope he said that she has

> bronchiectasis and pseudomanas in both lungs. Before she would get

> really sick, she could feel it coming on with much coughing, back

> pain. She's had several bouts where it would hit her VERY quickly -

> shop in the morning - in bed that afternoon. She said the weakness is

> the worse.

> Anyway, she coughed ALL THE TIME and was embarrassed to go places!

> The dr initially had her on cipro, which really upset her stomach.

> About 2 years ago, she was put on Leviquin - he told to take 250 mg

> the 1st 5 days of the month every month. This seemed to help her

> with the coughing. Her symptoms of coughing have almost completely

> disappeared. Last winter, she did have some coughing which resulted

> in coughing up a lot of blood, to the point the dr wanted her

> hospitalized but she said no (it was Christmas, and she refused to

> spend Christmas in the hospital!). The dr was mad, but upped her

> leviquin to 500 mg, put her on predisone, and she was fine.

> She didn't have another bout with it until this past June - no

> coughing blood, but stabbing back pain, and then weakness where she

> can't move. It's not like she is feeling great - she has a hard time

> walking without just feeling like she can't do it. She doesn't feel

> out of breath, though, just weak. Her bouts start when she feels

> stabbing pain in her back, and then she knows it's going downhill

> from there unless she ups her leviquin. She did walk daily in the

> spring/summer, and felt that she could last longer when she was out

> and about other times because of her walking. She isn't walking now,

> however, since it's winter.

> Her ankles and groin recently started bothering her, and thought it

> might be the Leviquin she's on. She saw the dr, and he said no, it's

> not, to continue the leviquin. They couldn't even get a sputum

> sample because she isn't coughing anything up.

> Okay, a long story, but I guess my questions are - why isn't she

> coughing anymore, why isn't she having symptoms that are mentioned in

> this post by many, she's not feeling like she can't breath or is out

> of breath, but would more exercise help her with the weakness? Is

> there anything clinical trials are doing for pseudomonas anywhere?

> Should her dr be doing more? He says very little antibiodics help,

> and he wants her on leviquin until it doesn't help anymore and then

> they will figure out something from there.

> Sorry this is so long. I just feel frustrated with the dr, although

> he's supposed to be one of the best in Pittsburgh. I even asked her

> to ask him about the vest, other inhaler meds, etc., but he doesn't

> seem to think those would help...

> Thanks so much for any advice, pointing me in the right direction,

> etc.

> Lori

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:19 am (PST)

> I'm concerned about using one anti all the time.

> Leviquin is, as my dr puts it..one of the big boys in the line of

> anti's..any med you're on. long term..is going to stop working sooner or

later..you're

> gonna build up a resistance to it. Though anti's are something that have

> become a part of my life..my dr rotates the meds I'm on to avoid resistance to

> them for as long as possible.

> Is he tracking her bronch by doing CT scans? Sputum cultures? Her weakness

> leads me to believe she has low stamina. How's her diet? Is she eating? if so,

> how often, how much?

> IS she using any devices such as a flutter valve or vest?

> The pain in her back sounds to me like it could be her lungs..then again, I

> dont want to dx ..I'm not a doctor..it could be something that has nothing to

> do w/her bronch or lungs at all? Has she been checked for gall bladder or

> other problems?

> There's alot going on here..

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 8:51 pm (PST)

> Sandie- Thanks for getting back to me. The dr says there really isn't

> any other antibiodic that will work for her and since it's working now,

> to keep using it... That worries me. What else is out there? She

> can't take cipro. There is some inhaler, but her dr said that was for

> last resort and won't give it to her.

> He has taken chest xrays, but hasn't done a catscan for years. And, he

> can't get a sputum sample because she has to cough up mucous and can't

> get any up. Maybe she's not coughing so much because the infection is

> under control? Although she still knows it's there. She eats great,

> lives on a farm so is very active when possible. The back pain is I

> guess her lungs - since when that hurts really bad, that's her sign

> that she is going to get sick and to up her levaquin. She was never

> given a vest; I guess her dr said she doesn't need one... Isn't that

> supposed to help get the mucous up? She doesn't have problems

> breathing, so needs nothing to assist her there.

> It's just strange from what I've read about others in this group her

> symptoms and problems vs. what others are doing. I guess it affects

> everyone different, maybe depending on the type of bacteria that is in

> the lungs, etc. She is so worried that this is going to kill her

> soon. I want to give her other options, things to ask her doctor and

> some hope that there are other things that can be done. I'm so

> thankful for finding this site! Thanks! Lori

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> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:02 am (PST)

> The dr should really do a CT scan just to check what's going on..CT scans

> are so much more effective than a reg Xray..how often does she get flareups?

> Sounds , otherwise , like she's not doing too bad. And maybe the reason

> she's not coughing anything up is because her bronch IS under control. The big

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> here is..again..how often does she get flareups?

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> In a message dated 12/21/2006 11:54:17 PM Eastern Standard Time,

> lmcvicker@... writes:

> That worries me. What else is out there? She

> can't take cipro. There is some inhaler, but her dr said that was for

> last resort and won't give it to her.

> I was on Leviquin, it seems, like forever, cause it worked. There's a ton of

> other anti's she can take. How about Azithromycin? That's what I'm on now.

> Because my bronch is flaring up chronically, my doseage is as follows: 1/day

> for 14 days..then I'm going on treatment for 3 mos..1 every other day..

> There's also doxyclycline <did I spell that right?> Erythamycin <did I spell

> that right?> the cillin family <amoxi, amp, pen> Why can't she take cipro?

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:51 am (PST)

> What gets me ,, is other than a couph... I feel great!

> I've looked up the systoms for TB ,Pneumonia etc and I don't have any.

> I know when I have pneumonia cuase I start to loose weight...thats it.

> This is all very frustrating.

> hahaha Merry Christmas. agh.

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> I am trying to get into the Dr faster today.

> The office said its " A typical "

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> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:16 pm (PST)

> Hi

> well.......... I do have Bronchiectist. I'm not to concerned about that as

> my mother has at it for 20+ years. I do NOT have tumors or cancer.

> YEA!!!!!!!!

> Don't know about Alpha 1 or A typcial yet. Dr is trying to get the results

> for tomorrow.

> So............. I feel 1/2 better.

> more info when I know.

> Tata

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> What is A Typical? That's not a disorder in itself..it describes something

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hi

I agree. My mother has had Bronch for over 20+ years and it has never stopped her from

doing anything. She has a couph...and somethimes has to get rid of stuff but other than that

it has not slowed her down. I flatly refuse to let this slow me down. I work.. I am going to start a

exercise program to keep myself and my lungs healthy and I plan on traveling the world.

As for the TB ... I have to wait for the lung Dr to call...to tell me what to do and I'll do it.

THank God its not cancer.

Yes I'm not pleased with my Dr calling me at work. It took me 3hours yesterday to calm people down.I know they were just concerned but I was very ticked off. It would of been better for DR to call me at home

that way I could of handled it alot different. The tests are not in yet (hopefully today) so I don't know which kind I have if I really do have it. Hubby is doing his tests. He did his xrays and today his spit stuff .. no skin test till they find out about me..then he can go get it done.

I'm not terrible worried just more pissed off then anything. I have alot ot talking I'll have to do over the next few days to calm people. And its Christmas time. That all may have to be postponed if I don't hear the results or its the contagious one.

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My GP Dr just called ..... I asked him never to call me at work again unless I was pregant. :-)

He said he was sorry.. He said he got the results from the Lung Dr and then called me. Since they don't know which one I have they thought it was best I stay at home. I advise him it if he had called me at home I could of just told work I was sick with a cold and left it at that till I had the test results.

I asked why do my mother and me have bronch if its not heritary. He said that mom and I could share week lungs... both get bronch cause the weekness is there. I will educated my son on this so he can watch thru his life. He is a heathly man ,, never has chess colds.. So I am not to worried.

IF I have the A-typical (which they think I do and is normal for bronch people) I am going to tell work that they were just testing me and the Dr said he was sorry for throwing me and everyone into a panic. and leave it at that. Work knows about the bronch cause they've had to listend to me couph , so I'm not worried about that.

So................. here I wait.

thx's again. I' let you all know once I hear

have a MERRY CHRISTMAS

Debbie

/Canada

From: bronchiectasis [mailto:bronchiectasis ] On Behalf Of sandy taylorSent: Friday, December 22, 2006 3:54 AMTo: bronchiectasis Subject: RE: Digest Number 1486Marsha, Deb and all.

Bronch is not a life sentence, it will not kill you. you can and will more than likely live as long as your past family members.Life doesn,t have to be shortened.Just managed better, and yes maybe with a lot more caution to many things.Bronchiectasis , is not a notifianble disease, nor is atypical TB.So unless you wish to tell people its only your business.As for lots of meds for the atypical form of TB, well you need similar meds and maybe 1-2 more for the TB as you take for the bronc, and like myself, you may at a later stage whenonce dx become more the owner of your illness and disease . / disabilityYou will have learned new coping skills, seek out more correct treatments etc and really may end up with few or no symptoms.Thus enabling you to get on with the act of living.Please don,t think I am trying to be harsh or uncaring, just that one must remain positive to get good results, and one can only learn more and more thoroughly once they have accepted their illnesses etc.Many , many people live very normal lives ( well as normal as most)/Some do cough incessantly etc, some don,t.I did cough for many years, well into the 25 yrs range, and cough no more, havent for well over 12 years, so there is LOTS of hope for a good life ahead. as long as you let yourself live.The TB meds can protect others from getting infections etc, however generally atypical TB you take these specific meds only for reasonably short periods.Hower if you have or had TB ( the infectious type) you will be required to take them all your life, so you can live a normal life without endangering others.I have been a HIV aids home care nurse for over 30 years, work with the very close to death, been there right tothe end with many who have TB.never needed a mask etc unless dressing wounds etc, or of course for body fluids etc.But not the cough.So please do not fear Deb.If you had the real ( infectious TB) you would not be in your home , nor without a bed in a hospital/ hospice etc for infectious diseases, they do not and will not takes such risks, to have you out there SPREADING the disease.What a shame you didn,t know more to clarify this, so not to put all your friends, family and workmates in such a worried state.I have had a friend years ago, be told he had hepatitis C, and that he would be dead in 10 years etc.Unfortunately for him he had spoken to another with hep c, who only days later suicided.He too attempted to take his life, thats how I met him.He is doing very well, has wonderful job, and goes overseas twice a year, he has had this hep c for 17 years.He will probably out live me.Deb once you have the correct name, for the illness/ disease you have, maybe you should think about getting a letter from doctor to help you clarify things with work and family.Don,t you think work would be trying to put you off permanatly , if they thought you were spreading disease.This also shows here a lot of ignorance, on your yourplace as well as the very foolish doctor.For not making sure you knew quite well that you did not have the very contagious TB etc. how irresponsible of him/ her.I would be reporting them very quickly.Even if you misunderstood, didn,t you think to ask lots of ??????????????? once been told you had TB, one would think the shock, the look on your face etc, would be enough for the doc to realise he had given you the wrong impression, I think he is both uncaring and unprofessinal, I would be looking for a new doctor, a 2nd opinion on whatever you have before going any further.Hope this has helped a little, this group is a wonderfulplace to ask questions, seek opinions and maybe take some of the info you get from here with you yo your doctors, ( your NEW) doctors.Cheers,Sandy Australia Carer/ Consumer Representative Central Area, Mental Health Clinical network."Sec/ Co -ord HBCAG & GEMS.Consumer/ carer rep to FCIMHSCommunity Consultant on Mental Health /Fraser Coast.Sandy R ."Nothing about us without us"HBCAG " Promoting Excellence in Mental Health"________________________________> Date: Fri, 22 Dec 2006 09:04:27 +0000> From: bronchiectasis > To: bronchiectasis > Subject: Digest Number 1486> > Bronchiectasis Support Group <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis;_ylc=X3oDMTJkZDNyaW5uBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BHNlYwNoZHIEc2xrA2hwaARzdGltZQMxMTY2Nzc4MjY3>> Messages In This Digest (20 Messages)> 1a.> Re: now what From: Sunniesback55aol> 1b.> Re: now what From: marsha.granvillercn> 1c.> Re: now what From: Glass> 1d.> Re: now what From: Debbie> 1e.> Re: now what From: Debbie> 1f.> Re: now what From: Foebegirlaol> 1g.> Re: now what From: marsha granville> 1h.> Re: now what From: ecbauer954juno> 1i.> Re: now what From: Janet Duhe> 1j.> Re: now what From: Foebegirlaol> 1k.> Re: now what From: Sunniesback55aol> 2a.> New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems From: lorimcvicker> 2b.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems From: Sunniesback55aol> 2c.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems From: lorimcvicker> 2d.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems From: Sunniesback55aol> 2e.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems From: Sunniesback55aol> 3.> thoughts From: Debbie> 4.> more From: Debbie> 5a.> saw Dr From: Debbie> 5b.> Re: saw Dr From: Sunniesback55aol> View All Topics<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/messages;_ylc=X3oDMTJmNjY0bGI2BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNhdHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?xm=1 & m=p & tidx=1> | Create New Topic<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJmcWprN2wzBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNudHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Messages> 1a.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14323;_ylc=X3oDMTJycmN1djdkBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzIzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 1:23 am (PST)> In a message dated 12/21/2006 1:08:17 AM Eastern Standard Time,> debrestelus (DOT) net<mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net> writes:> I can't remember the extact wording. But he said I was not able to go to> work.> This was from my GP. He is calling the heath clinic tomorrow and I have a> appt with> the lung DR at 3:45pm. I am very confused. He said there will be a number> of drugs I 'll> need to take.> So there is a TB that is non-infection?So there is a TB that is> non-infection?<WBR>??> yes.> I've learned so much from this list group. Deb, I suggest you copy out that> letter from Liz and take with you and confront him with it. Get another> opinion ..show the letter from Liz to your GP as well as your> pulmonoligist..insist they test for MAC before going any further.> Good Luck and keep your chin up..> Sandie in MD> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyOW9tM3NvBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzIzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14323>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3bTFjNHEwBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzIzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1b.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14325;_ylc=X3oDMTJyMW90ZHRxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "marsha.granvillercn" marsha.granvillercn <mailto:marsha.granvillercn?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:14 am (PST)> Yes, it is called "Atypical TB." That's what they thought I had but could not find the bacteria. It will require about 18 months of 3 different antibiotics. Just take it day by day and you will be OK. I am thinking of you.> Did the take sputum tests? Is that how they identified the bacteria? You just have to be sure they are treating you for the right thing. Ask them about Bronchiectasis and how they know that is not what you have. You have to be vigilant with doctors--they are not always all we would like them to be.> Marsha/NYC> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:marsha.granvillercn?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJycG5tdmVkBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14325>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3OHY0OXVrBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1c.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14327;_ylc=X3oDMTJyc2g0cjM5BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: " Glass" rajegsbcglobal (DOT) net <mailto:rajegsbcglobal (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> taffy10092000 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/taffy10092000>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:19 am (PST)> Hi Debbie,> I have the non-contagious form of TB. It is called mycobacterium avium complex or MAC. It was diagnosed about 4 years ago but at that time, they said it was non-invasive so I did not have to take the treatment at that time. Last March, they did another sputum test and CAT scan and now I am on the treatment. (was losing weight, was having night sweats and getting sick more often.) The drugs I take are Azithromycin, Rifampin and Ethambutol. I'm still not on full doses yet because of reactions to the medications, but most people have no problems. Even with the reactions I have had, I must admit, my energy level has increased tremendously from last year. There are still the problems with the bronch. but I'm having my pulmonary doc keep treating this also--yes I need to tell him to do this. Sometimes they think that if one thing is being treated the other will go away also, but that is not the case.> Good luck on your appointment, keep your spirits high. It was a real downer for me at first when I found out about the MAC, but I'm accepting it and hopefully in the next year it will be in remission and I will be off the drugs.> Take care.> Jan in St. Louis, MO> Debbie <debrestelus (DOT) net<mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net>> wrote:> My Doc just called me. I have TB.> I had to leave work. He said the heath units are going to call me tomorrow and not to worry.> I feel great and that is a good thing. He said I'll go on med's and its very treatable. Not the way I wanted to get Christmas off from work. Just ruined my Christmas> Anyone go thru this???> Deb> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:rajegsbcglobal (DOT) net?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJydGRzdWNrBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14327>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3MmVlZ28wBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1d.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14328;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNm4xcGRvBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Debbie" debrestelus (DOT) net <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> peppergal_111 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/peppergal_111>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:26 am (PST)> thank you I will> _____> From: bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis > [mailto:bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis >]> On Behalf Of Sunniesback55aol<mailto:Sunniesback55aol>> Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 1:20 AM> To: bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis >> Subject: Re: now what> In a message dated 12/21/2006 1:08:17 AM Eastern Standard Time,> debrestelus (DOT) net<mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net> writes:> I can't remember the extact wording. But he said I was not able to go to> work.> This was from my GP. He is calling the heath clinic tomorrow and I have a> appt with> the lung DR at 3:45pm. I am very confused. He said there will be a number> of drugs I 'll> need to take.> So there is a TB that is non-infection??? I asked him if I was conjatious> and he said> yes.> I've learned so much from this list group. Deb, I suggest you copy out that> letter from Liz and take with you and confront him with it. Get another> opinion ..show the letter from Liz to your GP as well as your> pulmonoligist..insist they test for MAC before going any further.> Good Luck and keep your chin up..> Sandie in MD> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJydWQwZ2lpBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14328>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3a2ExazgyBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1e.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14330;_ylc=X3oDMTJycjF1YXBqBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Debbie" debrestelus (DOT) net <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> peppergal_111 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/peppergal_111>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 8:01 am (PST)> Atypical ??? sounds right.> I had a blood test and they were down in my lungs last thursday.> K, I'll add the Bron question to my list.> Yes I have to be vigilant and get all my facts straight. Right now I've got> alot of family and co-workers freaking out.> I'm sure its all around the company by now.> My son did some reading on it and he feels alittle better. He said once I'm> on the med's I am no longer> catchy.> thank you> _____> From: bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis > [mailto:bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis >]> On Behalf Of marsha.granvillercn<mailto:marsha.granvillercn>> Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 7:15 AM> To: bronchiectasis <mailto:bronchiectasis >> Subject: Re: now what> Yes, it is called "Atypical TB." That's what they thought I had but could> not find the bacteria. It will require about 18 months of 3 different> antibiotics. Just take it day by day and you will be OK. I am thinking of> you.> Did the take sputum tests? Is that how they identified the bacteria? You> just have to be sure they are treating you for the right thing. Ask them> about Bronchiectasis and how they know that is not what you have. You have> to be vigilant with doctors--they are not always all we would like them to> be.> Marsha/NYC> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJycW5xcDk3BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14330>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3M3FkYXNtBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1f.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14332;_ylc=X3oDMTJybGx2bWxkBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Foebegirlaol" Foebegirlaol <mailto:Foebegirlaol?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 12:05 pm (PST)> I think you will get over TB, but bronchieactasis would be with you for> life. That is> the good news.> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Foebegirlaol?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJydmZpY2RrBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14332>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3NGt1ODhsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1g.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14333;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNjZrdDVmBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "marsha granville" marsha.granvillercn <mailto:marsha.granvillercn?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 1:17 pm (PST)> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the> B, because I don't.> Marsha/NYC> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:marsha.granvillercn?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyOGkyZHFsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14333>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3bTE5cGNqBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMzBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1h.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14334;_ylc=X3oDMTJyaXZwc21jBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "ecbauer954juno" ecbauer954juno <mailto:ecbauer954juno?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 3:15 pm (PST)> If they don't ask, don't offer; you need a chance. 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I don't think about it in> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the> B, because I don't.> Marsha/NYC> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:ecbauer954juno?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNDRybGxmBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14334>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3dmt2cDFwBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1i.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14335;_ylc=X3oDMTJyMDc5aGNsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Janet Duhe" jduhesbcglobal (DOT) net <mailto:jduhesbcglobal (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> hammersmith_47 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/hammersmith_47>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 3:16 pm (PST)> You go girl! Just worry about today not tomorrow ... life-sentence huh? Is a "cure" around the corner perhaps? We don't know what our future lies but we can only live for today. And don't mention your condition at the new big job opportunityl, and no, you're not being dishonest. Why give them a reason to lock you out before you have a chance to begin and prove yourself? I am a working girl myself and it is amazing how wonderful everyone has been to me around here, very, very, accommodating. If they like you, you're fine! Until or if ever I get so sick and need oxygen daily that's when I will leave but I'm not quite there yet and you aren't either!! We are young still [i'm 59] and not retired by a long shot. I love being busy and chatting with people. Takes my mind off my ailments too! No, I am not ready to hang my boots up yet! I also do a little acting on the side too, haven't been able to this past year except for a couple of paying murder mysteries but I> plan on auditioning in the new year for a play coming up. So you see, I try to live my life as normal as possible. My pulmonary doctor is marvellous and we have a good understanding and he has taught me a lot of things to help with my disease. Plus I will learn more when I go to the respiratory program in January for a six week course [COPD] and my office has worked out my hours for me to be able to do both! Yeah!> Well merry merry Christmas to everyone ... hang in there ... we all need each other and my prayers go out to those with special needs right now.> Love> Janet in California> marsha granville <marsha.granvillercn<mailto:marsha.granvillercn>> wrote:> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the> B, because I don't.> Marsha/NYC> ...love Janet> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:jduhesbcglobal (DOT) net?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJycmJvdjZxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14335>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3aG41dWY2BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM1BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1j.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14336;_ylc=X3oDMTJyc2MyMWRrBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Foebegirlaol" Foebegirlaol <mailto:Foebegirlaol?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:02 pm (PST)> You are not being dishonest as long as you are able to do the work. People> have> a right to some privacy about health matters. When I cough I just tell> folks it is a> chronic thing and that I am not contagious. Works for me. Hope it works> for you.> Lee> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Foebegirlaol?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyZ2c2bG0yBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14336>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3NGNlajFtBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 1k.> Re: now what <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14342;_ylc=X3oDMTJyY2JycmtvBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what>> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:16 am (PST)> In a message dated 12/21/2006 4:21:49 PM Eastern Standard Time,> marsha.granvillercn<mailto:marsha.granvillercn> writes:> That's right Bronchiectasis is a life-sentence. I don't think about it in> those terms very often but I know full well that it is and that was what> took me the longest time to get over when I was diagnosed.> I am going for a job interview after the first of the year, a big job, and> I am concerned that I am not being upfront with them if I don't mention the> B but I would be a fool to do so. If I get the job, they will hear me cough> and in time maybe get to know more about it. Does anyone think I am being> dishonest about this? It's not that I lose time from work because of the> B, because I don't.> Marsha..Take it from one who's been there. I can't work any more (I'm 56)> and I miss it terribly. I miss the income and the social aspect of ' being out> there '.> You have a right to your privacy. If you feel you can do the job, then go> for the interview and shine ! It's not your obligation to tell them anything.> And in my own humble opinion, it's best not to. If they ask " is there any> physical reason you feel you couldn't do this job? "..tell them no. You wouldn't> be applying for the job if you thought you couldn't do it right?> You're not lying to them. Trust me, I know. I felt the ' need ' to be> honest, when I was able to work, at an interview and that was a slam dunk right out> the door, TWICE..I didnt get the job. People are funny, especially about> words like " chronic " or big words like " bronchiectasis "..you can assure them> it's not a threat to anyone but they won't believe you. Best to leave well> enough alone.> I feel the same way. It's a life sentence, yes indeed. It's as much a part> of me , now , as my arms, legs and eyes. We just have to know how to take> better care of ourselves, manage it, and go out there and live the best we> can..do the best we can with what we've got.> Good luck on your interview..> Sandie in MD> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=Re:%20now%20what> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20now%20what> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyMHYzbmphBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14342>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14318;_ylc=X3oDMTM3a29nZTBkBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQyBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMTg-> (15)> 2a.> New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTJyZzhrZzFzBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "lorimcvicker" lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net <mailto:lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> lorimcvicker <http://profiles.yahoo.com/lorimcvicker>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:41 am (PST)> Hi! I'm new to the group. My mom (she's 71) was sent to Dr. > Donahue, UPMC (Pittsburgh) about 5 yrs ago after years of bronchitis> and pneunomia, where after a scope he said that she has> bronchiectasis and pseudomanas in both lungs. Before she would get> really sick, she could feel it coming on with much coughing, back> pain. She's had several bouts where it would hit her VERY quickly -> shop in the morning - in bed that afternoon. She said the weakness is> the worse.> Anyway, she coughed ALL THE TIME and was embarrassed to go places!> The dr initially had her on cipro, which really upset her stomach.> About 2 years ago, she was put on Leviquin - he told to take 250 mg> the 1st 5 days of the month every month. This seemed to help her> with the coughing. Her symptoms of coughing have almost completely> disappeared. Last winter, she did have some coughing which resulted> in coughing up a lot of blood, to the point the dr wanted her> hospitalized but she said no (it was Christmas, and she refused to> spend Christmas in the hospital!). The dr was mad, but upped her> leviquin to 500 mg, put her on predisone, and she was fine.> She didn't have another bout with it until this past June - no> coughing blood, but stabbing back pain, and then weakness where she> can't move. It's not like she is feeling great - she has a hard time> walking without just feeling like she can't do it. She doesn't feel> out of breath, though, just weak. Her bouts start when she feels> stabbing pain in her back, and then she knows it's going downhill> from there unless she ups her leviquin. She did walk daily in the> spring/summer, and felt that she could last longer when she was out> and about other times because of her walking. She isn't walking now,> however, since it's winter.> Her ankles and groin recently started bothering her, and thought it> might be the Leviquin she's on. She saw the dr, and he said no, it's> not, to continue the leviquin. They couldn't even get a sputum> sample because she isn't coughing anything up.> Okay, a long story, but I guess my questions are - why isn't she> coughing anymore, why isn't she having symptoms that are mentioned in> this post by many, she's not feeling like she can't breath or is out> of breath, but would more exercise help her with the weakness? Is> there anything clinical trials are doing for pseudomonas anywhere?> Should her dr be doing more? He says very little antibiodics help,> and he wants her on leviquin until it doesn't help anymore and then> they will figure out something from there.> Sorry this is so long. I just feel frustrated with the dr, although> he's supposed to be one of the best in Pittsburgh. I even asked her> to ask him about the vest, other inhaler meds, etc., but he doesn't> seem to think those would help...> Thanks so much for any advice, pointing me in the right direction,> etc.> Lori> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net?Subject=Re:New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyZHZwbGpqBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14324>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTM3Z3QyODJlBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI0BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjQ-> (5)> 2b.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14326;_ylc=X3oDMTJya2NyOGZxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:19 am (PST)> I'm concerned about using one anti all the time.> Leviquin is, as my dr puts it..one of the big boys in the line of> anti's..any med you're on. long term..is going to stop working sooner or later..you're> gonna build up a resistance to it. Though anti's are something that have> become a part of my life..my dr rotates the meds I'm on to avoid resistance to> them for as long as possible.> Is he tracking her bronch by doing CT scans? Sputum cultures? Her weakness> leads me to believe she has low stamina. How's her diet? Is she eating? if so,> how often, how much?> IS she using any devices such as a flutter valve or vest?> The pain in her back sounds to me like it could be her lungs..then again, I> dont want to dx ..I'm not a doctor..it could be something that has nothing to> do w/her bronch or lungs at all? Has she been checked for gall bladder or> other problems?> There's alot going on here..> Sandie> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyOHA4bmdrBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14326>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTM3MmZzOXNsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI2BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjQ-> (5)> 2c.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14338;_ylc=X3oDMTJya2I5aWVjBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "lorimcvicker" lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net <mailto:lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> lorimcvicker <http://profiles.yahoo.com/lorimcvicker>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 8:51 pm (PST)> Sandie- Thanks for getting back to me. The dr says there really isn't> any other antibiodic that will work for her and since it's working now,> to keep using it... That worries me. What else is out there? She> can't take cipro. There is some inhaler, but her dr said that was for> last resort and won't give it to her.> He has taken chest xrays, but hasn't done a catscan for years. And, he> can't get a sputum sample because she has to cough up mucous and can't> get any up. Maybe she's not coughing so much because the infection is> under control? Although she still knows it's there. She eats great,> lives on a farm so is very active when possible. The back pain is I> guess her lungs - since when that hurts really bad, that's her sign> that she is going to get sick and to up her levaquin. She was never> given a vest; I guess her dr said she doesn't need one... Isn't that> supposed to help get the mucous up? She doesn't have problems> breathing, so needs nothing to assist her there.> It's just strange from what I've read about others in this group her> symptoms and problems vs. what others are doing. I guess it affects> everyone different, maybe depending on the type of bacteria that is in> the lungs, etc. She is so worried that this is going to kill her> soon. I want to give her other options, things to ask her doctor and> some hope that there are other things that can be done. I'm so> thankful for finding this site! Thanks! Lori> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net?Subject=Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyc3VrMGVyBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14338>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTM3dm5nOWk3BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM4BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjQ-> (5)> 2d.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14339;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNG91YjBpBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems>> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:02 am (PST)> The dr should really do a CT scan just to check what's going on..CT scans> are so much more effective than a reg Xray..how often does she get flareups?> Sounds , otherwise , like she's not doing too bad. And maybe the reason> she's not coughing anything up is because her bronch IS under control. The big ??> here is..again..how often does she get flareups?> Sandie> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNjhyNnRoBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14339>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTM3dnBqcjBlBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjQ-> (5)> 2e.> Re: New! My mother - bronch/pseudomonas problems <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14340;_ylc=X3oDMTJycGJlOGlkBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems>> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:05 am (PST)> In a message dated 12/21/2006 11:54:17 PM Eastern Standard Time,> lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net<mailto:lmcvickeradelphia (DOT) net> writes:> That worries me. What else is out there? She> can't take cipro. There is some inhaler, but her dr said that was for> last resort and won't give it to her.> I was on Leviquin, it seems, like forever, cause it worked. There's a ton of> other anti's she can take. How about Azithromycin? That's what I'm on now.> Because my bronch is flaring up chronically, my doseage is as follows: 1/day> for 14 days..then I'm going on treatment for 3 mos..1 every other day..> There's also doxyclycline <did I spell that right?> Erythamycin <did I spell> that right?> the cillin family <amoxi, amp, pen> Why can't she take cipro?> Sandie in MD> Never Look Down on Someone> Unless You're Gonna Help Them Up> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:%20New!%20%20My%20mother%20-%20bronch/pseudomonas%20problems> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyZ2M2MTR1BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14340>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14324;_ylc=X3oDMTM3YXZxdjUyBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQwBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjQ-> (5)> 3.> thoughts <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14329;_ylc=X3oDMTJyOWNyMmRsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Debbie" debrestelus (DOT) net <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:thoughts> peppergal_111 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/peppergal_111>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 7:51 am (PST)> What gets me ,, is other than a couph... I feel great!> I've looked up the systoms for TB ,Pneumonia etc and I don't have any.> I know when I have pneumonia cuase I start to loose weight...thats it.> This is all very frustrating.> hahaha Merry Christmas. agh.> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=Re:thoughts> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:thoughts> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyYTNvamlsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14329>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14329;_ylc=X3oDMTM3dW0yYTFhBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzI5BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMjk-> (1)> 4.> more <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14331;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNmFhZDc4BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMxBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Debbie" debrestelus (DOT) net <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:more> peppergal_111 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/peppergal_111>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 10:22 am (PST)> I am trying to get into the Dr faster today.> The office said its "A typical"> ??????> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=Re:more> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:more> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyM2dlb2dmBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMxBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14331>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14331;_ylc=X3oDMTM3NDc1dXRyBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzMxBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMzE-> (1)> 5a.> saw Dr <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14337;_ylc=X3oDMTJyaDcxdmN0BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Debbie" debrestelus (DOT) net <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=%20Re:saw%20Dr> peppergal_111 <http://profiles.yahoo.com/peppergal_111>> Thu Dec 21, 2006 6:16 pm (PST)> Hi> well.......... I do have Bronchiectist. I'm not to concerned about that as> my mother has at it for 20+ years. I do NOT have tumors or cancer.> YEA!!!!!!!!> Don't know about Alpha 1 or A typcial yet. Dr is trying to get the results> for tomorrow.> So............. I feel 1/2 better.> more info when I know.> Tata> Debbie> Back to top> Reply to sender <mailto:debrestelus (DOT) net?Subject=Re:saw%20Dr> | Reply to group <mailto:bronchiectasis ?Subject=%20Re:saw%20Dr> | Reply via web post <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJyNXM5MjdiBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawNycGx5BHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc-?act=reply & messageNum=14337>> Messages in this topic <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14337;_ylc=X3oDMTM3OHVqNTJ2BF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzM3BHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2dHBjBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjcEdHBjSWQDMTQzMzc-> (2)> 5b.> Re: saw Dr <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bronchiectasis/message/14341;_ylc=X3oDMTJycDg1a2ZsBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE1BGdycElkAzQwNTY4MTcEZ3Jwc3BJZAMxNzA1MDYxNTg5BG1zZ0lkAzE0MzQxBHNlYwNkbXNnBHNsawN2bXNnBHN0aW1lAzExNjY3NzgyNjc->> Posted by: "Sunniesback55aol" Sunniesback55aol <mailto:Sunniesback55aol?Subject=%20Re:%20saw%20Dr>> Fri Dec 22, 2006 12:09 am (PST)> What is A Typical? 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Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill some people. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch do fairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threatening lung infections. I need a double lung transplant due to bronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does not take away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early age than expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lung transplant group who need double lung transplants due to bronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope. I’ve also never been well enough to work, although in my teens (16 and up) until about age 22 or so I was able to work during the summers, but have always had to watch my health. Like Sandie (Sunny) I’m not sure how people are able to maintain employment when constantly experiencing one infection after the other and constantly on antibiotics. Its exhausting. Had my doctors in late childhood and into my 20s done more (current, doctors are helpful) yes, my lungs likely would have been in better shape. However, with bronchiectasis there are no guarantees. After only being off IVs for 16 days I'm back on them once again to treat another infection. I developed a cold, a virus that stirred up the bacteria already present in my lungs. Anyhow, at least I'm at home and the home care nurses are like family, because they are always here! Hugs:0) Liz Pre-Lung Transplant Journey - For updates please visit my carepage and leave a message. Thank you! :o) carepages.com name: maryelizabethholt Please watch: Live Life Then Give Life! - UK http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz33i6prkuQ. "Don't take your organs to Heaven, heaven knows we need them here." __________________________________________________

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I agree Liz...pneumonia can kill you and we get pneumonias all

the time!

The main thing is to seek treatment as soon as possible when you have

a flare-up. It would be a tragedy if people with only mild B.

disregarded physio etc because 'it can't kill you'. Maybe not today

but it is a progressively worsening disease. Every flare up does

damage and ageing immune systems allow more opportunistic infection.

As my consultant said you don't want to get to a point of no return!

Like you I am always needing AB's, am on my 4th lot of IV's this year

and needed them because a simple cold stirred up the pseudo.

Fortunately I had only one week in hospital and am now carrying a

bumbag around with my IV's in it. Have a nice christmas everybody,

sorry to sound so negative.

Carole

>

> Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill some

people. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch do

fairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threatening

lung infections. I need a double lung transplant due to

bronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does not

take away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early age

than expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lung

transplant group who need double lung transplants due to

bronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope.

>

> I've also never been well enough to work, although in my teens (16

and up) until about age 22 or so I was able to work during the

summers, but have always had to watch my health. Like Sandie (Sunny)

I'm not sure how people are able to maintain employment when

constantly experiencing one infection after the other and constantly

on antibiotics. Its exhausting.

>

> Had my doctors in late childhood and into my 20s done more

(current, doctors are helpful) yes, my lungs likely would have been in

better shape. However, with bronchiectasis there are no guarantees.

After only being off IVs for 16 days I'm back on them once again to

treat another infection. I developed a cold, a virus that stirred up

the bacteria already present in my lungs. Anyhow, at least I'm at home

and the home care nurses are like family, because they are always here!

>

> Hugs:0)

> Liz

>

>

>

> Pre-Lung Transplant Journey - For updates please visit my carepage

and leave a message. Thank you! :o)

> carepages.com name: maryelizabethholt

>

> Please watch: Live Life Then Give Life! - UK

> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz33i6prkuQ.

>

> " Don't take your organs to Heaven, heaven knows we need them here. "

>

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Dear Carole, I don't think you sound negative.I too worry about people thinking bronch. is not so bad and then not doing their treatments. My ID specialist sounds a lot like your consultant. Hoping everyone has a Happy and fun Christmas. Create memories with your loved ones or make new friends if you are away from your family. Best of health now and in the New Year! :o) Hugs;0) Liz _Pre-Lung Transplant Journey - For updates please visit my carepage and leave a message. Thank you! :o) carepages.com name: maryelizabethholt Please watch: Live Life Then Give

Life! - UK http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz33i6prkuQ. "Don't take your organs to Heaven, heaven knows we need them here." __________________________________________________

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Oh I know its not to be taken lightly. I usually have least 2-3 lung infections a year.

My mother I think does much better than me. I was just so relieved I didn't have TB.

I do not need anymore damage to my lungs. I must be careful.

I'm sorry to hear the degree your is. I pray you get what you need.

It has made me think more about donating ones organs. I have never really thought about it before.

I have added my name. I do have healthy body parts that I'm sure someone out there can use.

Hugs

Debbie

From: bronchiectasis [mailto:bronchiectasis ] On Behalf Of HoltSent: Friday, December 22, 2006 12:09 PMTo: bronchiectasis Subject: RE: Digest Number 1486Marsha, Deb and all.

Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill some people. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch do fairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threatening lung infections. I need a double lung transplant due to bronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does not take away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early age than expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lung transplant group who need double lung transplants due to bronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope.

I’ve also never been well enough to work, although in my teens (16 and up) until about age 22 or so I was able to work during the summers, but have always had to watch my health. Like Sandie (Sunny) I’m not sure how people are able to maintain employment when constantly experiencing one infection after the other and constantly on antibiotics. Its exhausting.

Had my doctors in late childhood and into my 20s done more (current, doctors are helpful) yes, my lungs likely would have been in better shape. However, with bronchiectasis there are no guarantees. After only being off IVs for 16 days I'm back on them once again to treat another infection. I developed a cold, a virus that stirred up the bacteria already present in my lungs. Anyhow, at least I'm at home and the home care nurses are like family, because they are always here!

Hugs:0)

Liz

Pre-Lung Transplant Journey - For updates please visit my carepage and leave a message. Thank you! :o)

carepages.com name: maryelizabethhot Please watch: Live Life Then Give Life! - UK http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz33i6prkuQ.

"Don't take your organs to Heaven, heaven knows we need them here."

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Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill somepeople. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch dofairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threateninglung infections. I need a double lung transplant due tobronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does nottake away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early agethan expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lungtransplant group who need double lung transplants due tobronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope.

That's what I've been trying to say. Being Alpha1, bronchiectasis is absolutely dangerous for me.

For those of you in better health, and for the one who posted her mom has had bronch for 20 years and is doing fine, that's wonderful. But remember, we're all very different..and there's many, many components to this illness, as well as the reasons we wound up w/Bronch in the first place.

My dr is very concerned about the progression of my Bronch, due to my already failing lungs before I got it..two years ago. Because of the Alpha1, which is a progressive lung disorder, unlike any other and comparable to CF..I need a lung tx too..the bronch already worsens an already life threatening condition.

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Dear Sandie, I agree. There are different reasons for bronch. It can not be lumped into one group. Hugs:0) LizSunniesback55@... wrote: Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill somepeople. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch dofairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threateninglung infections. I need a double lung transplant due tobronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does nottake away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early agethan expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lungtransplant group who need double lung transplants due tobronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope. That's what I've been trying to say. Being Alpha1, bronchiectasis is absolutely dangerous for me. For those of you in better health, and for the one who posted her mom has had bronch for 20 years and is doing fine, that's

wonderful. But remember, we're all very different..and there's many, many components to this illness, as well as the reasons we wound up w/Bronch in the first place. My dr is very concerned about the progression of my Bronch, due to my already failing lungs before I got it..two years ago. Because of the Alpha1, which is a progressive lung disorder, unlike any other and comparable to CF..I need a lung tx too..the bronch already worsens an already life threatening condition. Sandie in MD Never Look Down on SomeoneUnless You're Gonna Help Them UpPre-Lung Transplant Journey - For updates please visit my carepage and leave a message. Thank you! :o) carepages.com name: maryelizabethholt Please watch: Live Life Then Give Life! - UK http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz33i6prkuQ. "Don't take your organs to Heaven, heaven knows we need them here." __________________________________________________

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I am waiting for the Alpha 1 test. and if I am positive my mother will have to be tested too. and probably my son.

You get the replacement thereby yes??? My Dr told me that here in Canada our lovely

government does not deem it necessary and will not pay for treatment.

He is on a committee trying to get the government to pay for such treatment.

Some patients have to pay for it out of their own pockets. I think this is deplorable.!!!

I found a group in our town that is fighting to have the treatment paid for. Lord what would

happen to someone that couldn't pay for such treatment????

I do not know how the USA works but Dr said it is paid for.

Sandie... does your ins pay for treatments??? does the goverment pay???? or do you???

Deb/Canada

From: bronchiectasis [mailto:bronchiectasis ] On Behalf Of Sunniesback55@...Sent: Saturday, December 23, 2006 2:57 AMTo: bronchiectasis Subject: Re: Re: Digest Number 1486Marsha, Deb and all.

Unfortunately, I have to disagree. Bronchiectasis can kill somepeople. Although, I realize that a larger majority with bronch dofairly well and are able to work, etc. It can lead to life threateninglung infections. I need a double lung transplant due tobronchiectasis. My doctors and I have done everything, but it does nottake away from the fact that I will run out of time at an early agethan expected. There are others on secondwind lung transplant lungtransplant group who need double lung transplants due tobronchiectasis. Receiving a transplant is our only hope.

That's what I've been trying to say. Being Alpha1, bronchiectasis is absolutely dangerous for me.

For those of you in better health, and for the one who posted her mom has had bronch for 20 years and is doing fine, that's wonderful. But remember, we're all very different..and there's many, many components to this illness, as well as the reasons we wound up w/Bronch in the first place.

My dr is very concerned about the progression of my Bronch, due to my already failing lungs before I got it..two years ago. Because of the Alpha1, which is a progressive lung disorder, unlike any other and comparable to CF..I need a lung tx too..the bronch already worsens an already life threatening condition.

Sandie in MD

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I am waiting for the Alpha 1 test. and if I am positive my mother will have to be tested too. and probably my son.

If you're positive for A1..your mother passed it to you..and you passed it to your son..it's a genetic disorder..but it's good to know what Genotype you and your family are. It works like this..I'll try to not be too confusing.

I'll use me as an example. I'm A1AD Genotype ZZ.

This means I inherited on " Z " gene from my bio father and one " Z " gene from my mother. My parents could be one of two..A1AD " MZ " or A1AD " ZZ " . That would be pretty rare if BOTH my parents were " ZZ " because that genotype is the rarest .

My parents' weren't tested. My bio father died before I was dx'd. My mom said she was tested, I don't really believe her though..because in this case, Genetics reigns. She says her dr. said she ' doesn't have it '. Hogwash! I told her " mom, A1AD isn't something ' you get '..It's not a communicable disease..it's genetic..you're born with it and it's passed on thru generations. So, if you don't ' have it , MOM..then there's something you're not tellling me..are you REALLY my MOTHER?? " lol. Yes..she really is my mother..however she's in denial and she's the type of person who can't live with the burden of guilt knowing she passed onto me something as genetically and chronically devastating as A1AD can be.

Anyway..ok..back to business..so as far as MY children go it's like this.

My ex husband is " MM " which means mal or malton or NONE. He doesnt carry the deficient or recessive gene. I am " ZZ ". Therefore, and without question or uncertainty my children are ALL "MZ". They inherited one M from their dad and one Z from me.

Let's say you are MZ, Deb, and the father of your son was MM..it could go either way. He could be MM..inheriting your M gene and his father's M gene..OR he could be MZ..inheriting your Z gene and his fathers M gene..either way he's going to inherit his father's M gene IF his father is MM..it's pretty rare to get a couple who are both Z..but it happened in my case and and why I'm ZZ.

That's about as complicated and uncomplicated as it gets..so yes, it's best to have their levels checked and to not only do THAT..but KEY is to get GENOTYPED!!!!!!!!!! So don't forget that part ok??

Questions? Ask away..

Good luck

Sandie in MD

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do not know how the USA works but Dr said it is paid for.

Sandie... does your ins pay for treatments??? does the goverment pay???? or do you???

Deb..unfortunately you are correct. Prolastin..which I'm infused with..is very very VERY expensive. Back when Prolastin was the ONLY med available it was more expensive. There was no competiton. Bayer Direct had the monopoly on this infused blood by product. It cost over three thousand dollars per month for my Prolastin. That's just the cost for the med..that doesnt include infusion supplies weekly..and cost for the facility you go to, to infuse you. Needless to say it's quite costly..and if you're not rich, it could put you into bankruptcy.

Today we have two others. Aralast and Zemira < I believe that's correct> I don't know the costs of those two meds since I've decided to stick w/my liquid ' gold ' as we call it.

Here in the states things are much better. On my support group list for Alpha1, we have folks from down under, England and Canda as well as the States. They're not recieveing infusions either for the same reason. They do their nebs, inhalers, Pulmonary Rehab, live as healthy a lifestyle as they can and we support each other best we can on our mail list..just as we do here on the Bronch list.

I'm on total disability. I collect Social Security Disability. My disability checks I recieve every month is not a contribution from the state nor federal government. It's monies I have been deducted from my paychecks since the day I started working when I was 15. I was forced into disability when I was 47. So that's about 30 years I've been paying into Social Security. So now, I'm collecting ..it's sort of like a bank account. You put savings in..and now I'm drawing out. 18 Months after I went on SSD, I was eligible for Medicare. This covers hospitalizations, and office visits..to a point. We have to pay a premium, which is deducted from our SSD checks. Because I only earn 8 thousand a year I've been noted as indigent and I qualify for more help. I get help from the State thru a program called Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Recipient. Thru this program the State pays my Medicare premiums so I don't have to. Now we also have Medicare D. This covers our meds. I pay 5 bucks for brand name meds such as my Advair and other meds that dont have a generic clone. I pay 2 bucks for my albuteral and generic meds.

My prolastin falls under the Medicare clause and is paid totally in full by them.

Best to you Deb

Sandie in MD

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:-) thxs

Once I get my test results back IF I am Alpha 1 my mother will and I will also have my son tested.

From: bronchiectasis [mailto:bronchiectasis ] On Behalf Of Sunniesback55@...Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 3:16 AMTo: bronchiectasis Subject: Re: Re: Digest Number 1486Marsha, Deb and all.

I am waiting for the Alpha 1 test. and if I am positive my mother will have to be tested too. and probably my son.

If you're positive for A1..your mother passed it to you..and you passed it to your son..it's a genetic disorder..but it's good to know what Genotype you and your family are. It works like this..I'll try to not be too confusing.

I'll use me as an example. I'm A1AD Genotype ZZ.

This means I inherited on " Z " gene from my bio father and one " Z " gene from my mother. My parents could be one of two..A1AD " MZ " or A1AD " ZZ " . That would be pretty rare if BOTH my parents were " ZZ " because that genotype is the rarest .

My parents' weren't tested. My bio father died before I was dx'd. My mom said she was tested, I don't really believe her though..because in this case, Genetics reigns. She says her dr. said she ' doesn't have it '. Hogwash! I told her " mom, A1AD isn't something ' you get '..It's not a communicable disease..it's genetic..you're born with it and it's passed on thru generations. So, if you don't ' have it , MOM..then there's something you're not tellling me..are you REALLY my MOTHER?? " lol. Yes..she really is my mother..however she's in denial and she's the type of person who can't live with the burden of guilt knowing she passed onto me something as genetically and chronically devastating as A1AD can be.

Anyway..ok..back to business..so as far as MY children go it's like this.

My ex husband is " MM " which means mal or malton or NONE. He doesnt carry the deficient or recessive gene. I am " ZZ ". Therefore, and without question or uncertainty my children are ALL "MZ". They inherited one M from their dad and one Z from me.

Let's say you are MZ, Deb, and the father of your son was MM..it could go either way. He could be MM..inheriting your M gene and his father's M gene..OR he could be MZ..inheriting your Z gene and his fathers M gene..either way he's going to inherit his father's M gene IF his father is MM..it's pretty rare to get a couple who are both Z..but it happened in my case and and why I'm ZZ.

That's about as complicated and uncomplicated as it gets..so yes, it's best to have their levels checked and to not only do THAT..but KEY is to get GENOTYPED!!!!!!!!!! So don't forget that part ok??

Questions? Ask away..

Good luck

Sandie in MD

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