Common side effects of Clarithromycin are experiencing a metallic taste, stomach upset , possible tinnitus,( ringing in the ear sounds) and hearing loss. Please discuss the need for being evaluated by an audiologist with your Pulmonologist. Let us know …

Ethambutol is best taken on an empty stomach, 1 hour before breakfast. Do take the full dosage of 2-3 pills at the same time- do not divide the dosage throughout the day. Lab tests- a CBC( cell blood count) and a Biochemistry panel should be done monthly …

It is recommended that you have your hearing checked at least every 6 months or much more frequently if you already have a hearing loss.

It is recommended that you take Rifampin at bedtime with a saltine cracker and a few sips of water. Labwork is recommended once a month which includes a Cell Blood Count,( CBC) that checks your white blood cell count and your platelet count, ( clotting ) …

Hi,, I will be traveling soon and want a recommendation for a portable nebulizer. My searches have brought up info from 7-8 years ago. Can anyone recommend a newer portable nebulizer? thanks

The link below provides an interaction checker to alert you if there is any drug to drug interactions, drug and food interactions: https://www.drugs.com/drug_interactions.html

Different antibiotics are used to treat different types of respiratory infections. The link below reviews the basic function of antibiotics and describes the details for each antibiotic listed. You will find that a certain antibiotic or a few antibiotics …

The link below reviews the basics of inhaler and nebulizer usage: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Inhaled-Medicines Please let us know if you have any specific questions.

Using a pillbox lessens the chance of forgetting to take your medication or taking too much medication. Filling the pillbox on a weekly basis also allows you to see if you need to call for a medication refill in a timely manner. The link below reviews …

The link below reviews the most commonly used meds to loosen up sputum: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Coping-with-Airway-Mucus/Medicines-for-Airway-Clearance

The link below offers some suggestions for dealing with nausea: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Coping-with-Nausea It is important that you leases the nausea so you can eat nutritious meals that will …

Increased humidity- moisture in the air can affect how many respiratory patients feel on a rainy day. The blog article below reviews the impact of weather changes on our bodies: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative …

Below is a link to a wallet card that will allow you to keep an organized list of your medications, allergies, vaccinations and sputum culture results. This will assist you with your health care provider visits, picking up drugs at the pharmacy, and more …

Happy New Year! I am curious if anyone else with Bronchiectasis/NTM washes their hair in the kitchen sink instead of the shower. After my first hospital experience 3+ years ago, I recall being told to avoid steam and the aerosols from the shower as much …

Below is an article that reviews tips on how to deal with seasonal allergies: https://www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/how-to-get-ahead-of-allergy-season-this-spring/

I was very surprised to see a forum for this affliction. Had MAC since 2019 but Dr decided to recognize it only recently after having a bronchoscopy. Looking back at all my CT Scans it was there all the while & why it was chosen to be overlooked is a …

Airway Clearance

I have used the acapella, the flute, the aerobics and the vest in the past. There are pros and cons of each device. Below is information on airway clearance devices. https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or …

How to deal with chronic cough

I had some blood issues when nebulizing 7% saline, so I started diluting it about 50/50 with .9% saline. Since then there has been little or no blood. Coughing blood can be scary. My docs want me to go to the ER if I cough a tablespoon or more. I don't …

I have hil rom mine i set on 14 for 20 min 2 times a day. Do not know if they have settings the same. I was told by a copd rep at the hospital in Sept for me to do levelalbuterol is generic xopenex then hypertonic 7% saline then do the vest. It does work …

Probioticsplay a crucial role in maintaining digestive health, immunity, andoverall well-being. Choosing the right probiotic tailored to women’sspecific needs can provide long-term health benefits. https://www.deccanherald.com/dhsponsored-health/be...

The link below provides information on good nutrition and food apps: https://www.myplate.gov/

The link below, from the Cleveland Clinic differentiates probiotics from prebiotics: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/prebiotics-vs-probiotics-whats-the-difference

More research is now being conducted on the relationship between our guts and chronic lung diseases; this research , the Gut / Lung Microbiome has really expanded over the past 9 years. Dysbiosis is the imbalance of good and bad bacteria within our guts. …