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Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia: When the Body’s Tiny Cilia Don’t Work as They Should
Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare genetic condition that keeps the tiny cilia lining your airways from clearing mucus the way they should — and it may be an overlooked cause of bronchiectasis. Here’s what PCD is, how it’s diagnosed, and why finding the underlying cause matters.
What Is Pepsin? How This Digestive Enzyme May Contribute to LPR, Chronic Cough, and Bronchiectasis
What is pepsin, and why does it matter in laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR)? Learn how this digestive enzyme may contribute to chronic cough, hoarseness, throat clearing, and bronchiectasis.
Are Humidifiers Safe for Bronchiectasis? Understanding the Risks
Considering a humidifier? Learn why humidifiers may pose risks for people with bronchiectasis, MAC lung disease, and other chronic lung conditions.
Can Drinking Water and Reflux Increase the Risk of MAC Lung Disease?
How can something we drink affect our lungs? Learn how micro-aspiration and gastroesophageal reflux may contribute to MAC lung infection in people with bronchiectasis.