IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR
If you are newly diagnosed with BE, you likely have many questions. Below is a starting list. You will probably find it helpful to bring someone with you to your appointment to ensure you don’t miss important information. Bring a notebook and pen or use your phone to take notes.

1. How severe is my bronchiectasis?
2. What parts of my lungs are most affected, and how does that affect my
symptoms or treatment?
3. How can I reduce fatigue and shortness of breath during daily activities?
4. What tests do I need and how often will I need them?
5. Based on my test results, what does my baseline show as far as how mild
or severe my BE is?
6. What airway clearance techniques or devices will work best for me?
7. What medications should I take, and when?
8. What should I do during an exacerbation?
9. What should I do if I cough up blood (have hemoptysis)?
10. What type of exercise should I do, and how often?
11. Are there dietary or lifestyle changes that could help my lungs?
12. How could some of my other health conditions impact my BE or make it worse?