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If you’ve recently been diagnosed with bronchiectasis, there are ways you can help slow down the progression of the disease and improve your quality of life. We’ve put together a list of ... Read more
Bronchiectasis is a serious lung disease that damages the airways causing them to widen and become scarred, leading to difficulty breathing and a chronic cough. People of any age and gender can ... Read more
Most people will suffer from a cough from time to time, particularly during the winter when flu and colds are common. But if you have a persistent cough that you ... Read more
Researchers at the Peking University Third Hospital in China have found there is a high association between the chronic lung conditions chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD) and bronchiectasis. How do ... Read more
When explaining bronchiectasis to children, it’s helpful to be able to explain how the lungs work. This video from KidsHealth is aimed at young children who have a basic concept of ... Read more
The first sign of bronchiectasis is often a persistent cough. If you go to see your primary healthcare provider, they’ll usually ask you about the nature of your cough, ... Read more
What’s it like taking care of someone who’s had a lung transplant? In this video from Gifted Life, 26-year-old Lauren and her mom explain what it’s like looking after someone who ... Read more
Pseudomonas aeruginosa are strains of bacteria which can be found anywhere with damp conditions. They can cause problems for people with compromised immune systems and can lead to lung infections like pneumonia. ... Read more
A recent study has found that certain immune system cells called antigen presenting cells (APC) may be responsible for increasing airway inflammation for patients with bronchiectasis. A study review shows several ... Read more
In this video from motivationaldoc shared in December 2015, Dr. Alan Mandell explains that most people are not breathing correctly. Changing the way we breathe can help to strengthen the diaphragm, ... Read more
