MAC Lung Disease: More Than Just a Cough

Medical tests are not enjoyable by any means but that doesn't mean one won't feel eager to have a medical test performed. This is likely most understandable amongst the rare...

There are many types of lung disease. Some lung problems are caused by genetic issues like cystic fibrosis. Environmental exposures like cigarette smoke can cause lung disease, too. And certain...

As many as 80 percent of typical MAC lung disease cases can be cured with treatment. However, in some cases, MAC germs develop a resistance to antibiotic drugs. When this...

MAC lung disease is caused by Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) germs. MAC germs are all around. They live in soil, water, household dust, and some food products. Humans and animals...

Editor’s Note: This article was written by Megan Barlow and originally appeared on our Cystic-Fibrosis.com community. I have always been active. Since I can remember, I’ve been involved in all...

Navigating a MAC lung disease diagnosis can be challenging. There can be a lot of uncertainty and many questions that arise. It helps to keep in touch with your doctor,...

What you eat can play a big role in your lung health. Maintaining a healthy weight, partly through diet choices, can be especially important when you are managing lung issues...

Shortness of breath and fatigue are common symptoms of lung conditions. These issues can make it hard to want to exercise. They can also make it challenging to complete some...

An estimated 86,000 people in the United States live with nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease. And the number of people diagnosed with NTM – especially among women and older adults...

As I continue forward in my healthcare journey as a person with multiple rare diseases, I have begun to accept that I need to streamline my life, meaning I now...