I was diagnosed with bronchiectasis four years ago.  Since then I have had pneumonia four times.  Last week I was exposed to a lot of outdoor smoke and my chest and throat felt raw.  I had pain in my ribs and that was made worse by touching.  No fever or sweating. Saw my doctor and he xrayed two days ago.  Has not said anything but i wonder if it was a bronchial attack or heart involvement.  I continue to have a dry cough when outside or at night time.

Summarized question: Can bronchiectasis be related to pneumonia?