In this UT Health North East video shared in November 2012, Paul Gleiser talks to pulmonologist Dr. William Girard about bronchiectasis.

Discover eight interesting facts about the lungs.

The two men discuss the symptoms of this congenital condition, which include a chronic and productive cough and lower respiratory infections, along with the causes of the disease and treatment options.

A majority of patients with bronchiectasis may be at a heightened risk for comorbidities resulting from a sedentary lifestyle.

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