UNDERSTANDING BRONCHIECTASIS continued (Bron-key-act-a-sis) How serious is BRONCHIECTASIS? BRONCHIECTASIS causes your airways to slowly lose their ability to clear out mucus. This causes mucus to build up, and allows bacteria to grow. The result can be repeated, serious lung infections. Each lung infection can damage your airways. Gradually, your airways lose their ability to move air in and out. This means your organs wont get enough oxygen to function properly. BRONCHIECTASIS can lead to serious health problems including Respitory failure, Heart failure and a collapsed lung. But with treatment, most people can lead a normal lives without major disability.
Posted on: Thu, 09 Oct 2014 03:30:38 +0000
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