Who amongst the bloggers has had a Bronchoscopy and what did the results gain for you?

Question... I went from having no mucus or issues in 2023 to nonstop mucus every day. I was really sick in December but got well after a month of treatment. Since the beginning of March it has been different. I drink plenty of fluids, eat healthy and …

My mother had her right upper and middle lobes removed 2 weeks ago today. She has emphysema/COPD and NTM, diagnosed 2013. She is still extremely weak and on home oxygen. Has anyone been through this or have a family member that has been through this? Did …

I will be travelling to Greece this summer and will be purchasing a travel nebulizer. What nebulizer do you recommend? I also will not be able to disinfect my nebulizer cups and I read somewhere there are disposable cups. Anyone have any experience with …

I have experienced higher than normal platelet levels since I was diagnosed with bronchiectasis in 2015. Has anyone experienced the same?

The link below is the list of the top probiotics in 2023: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/best-probiotic-supplement

The link below discusses the key components of a pulmonary rehab program: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Pulmonary-Rehab

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A disease is rare when it only affects a small portion of the population. Even though each disease may be rare on its own, living with a rare disease is, in fact, quite common. About 1 in 10 Americans are affected by a rare disease. Unfortunately, most …

Has anyone gone through the nebulized tobramycin treatment that is being suggested by my doctor. From what I can find on the web, the 28 days on, 28 days off, and then 28 days of treatment seem to be relatively safe, with possible ear and kidney …

It is important to have a thorough cardiac workup as we age. Different medications can affect our heart health; it is good to have a baseline stress test. Below is information on the procedure: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diagnostics/16984 …

Has anyone been able to get a months supply for less than $50.00? I got quoted a $30.00 price for 3% solution at Costco, but I need to ask my pulmonologist if that is as effective. Thanks

Do inhalers work? I was given albuterol and bevespi. They were suppose to help with breathing but feel that they do not. I experience a rapid heart beat after taking the inhaler. I have bronchiectasis and they think possibly COPD. Not sure if they know …

When we have a PICC line and have NTM and or abscessus, can blood be drawn from the PICC line or should we insist on getting blood drawn from the other arm? And why is it considered dangerous? Infection?

Airway clearance is important throughout the dry heat of the winter months and the peak flu/ RSV season. Below is a video on the subject with Dr.Pamela McShane: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=L-EHohMe7II

Hello, I was diagnosed with MAC and bronchiectasis, and referred to an Infectious Disease doctor. But I do not have a pulmonologist, which seems like it would be appropriate for bronchiectasis. Is it typical to not have a pulmonologist? And if I should …

Below is information on the pneumococcal vaccine from the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/pneumo/public/index.html

Below are videos on the different types of nebulizers and the different ways to clean them: https://www.copdfoundation.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Educational-Video-Series.aspx

I have doing research on supplements to my neublizing solutions to help me manage my bronchiectasis. My sister-in-law saw an ad for Lung Clear so I did some research and found other supplements touted to help with infections and mucus issues. Does anyone …

Below is a patient video interview about RSV: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QkQnbwodtf8

The article below discusses the role of nutrition and an adequate Vitamin D level to assist the immune system of individuals with bronchiectasis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8116598/

The blog article below reviews post nasal drop, causes and treatment: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/BronchandNTM360social/Community-Discussions/Blog/Article/167/Postnasal-Drip-in-the-Bronchiectasis-Patient

The link below reviews the different types of commonly used respiratory drugs: https://respiratory-therapy.com/products-treatment/pharmaceuticals/us-pharmaceuticals/pharmacological-treatment-of-respiratory-disorders/

Hello! We are advised not to use humidifiers. Dry heat can really dry out our nasal passages; I use nasal washes at this time of the year. Other suggestions are to leave a clean pot of water in your bedroom at night. Cracking a window is suggested as …

I use a nasal wash at this time of the year to clean out my nasal passages. Otherwise, doctors have recommended to leave a pot of clean, recently boiled water ( 10 minutes) by your bedside or to open a window a crack if doable since humidifiers are not …