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I am 41, non smoker. asthma for 35 years. recently diagnosed with bronchiactisis, 50% lung capacity after meds. suggestions for improvements?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See allergist: You need to find out the cause for the bronchiectasis and the reduced lung capacity. If you have problem with water damage in your home, get out ASAP . Once a cause can be established then treatment can be better formulated.

Answered 10/28/2015

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