What Is Bronchiectasis?
2. Bronchiectasis Risk Factors
Anyone who has a weakened immune system is at an increased risk for bronchiectasis, as are those with damaged lungs due to existing health conditions. People who have a history of lung infections or who have cystic fibrosis are more likely to develop the thickened bronchi walls and inflammation that causes this condition.
Those who work in environments that expose them to breathing in fungi or particulates are vulnerable to getting bronchiectasis. Inhaling spores that then grow in the lungs can cause some people to have an allergic reaction that damages the lungs. Likewise, aspirating particulate matter on an ongoing basis can do the same.
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