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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Jun 1 9:25am | Replies (3)
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In addressing your Bronchiectasis with cough and phlegm production:
Start airway clearance as soon as possible. It is very important to assist your lungs in clearing out that phlegm. If not, then more problems pile up and lead to a viscous cycle of illness and misery.
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I agree w/cwal, airway clearance for me is HUGE. I use a nebulizer w/albuterol 2xs day, but my Aerobika handheld device helps "move" things. I exercise, if even a walk to get chest moving. Huffing and positional exercises help also. Drink plenty of water, thins mucus to help expel. I avoid triggers of dusty areas, fans, aerosols- those really set off coughing fits when exposed. I just stay diligent as possible keeping lungs moving. Have broncheactasis for 7 yrs, MS 40 yrs, Sjogrens, Lupus, RA. I work at preventing exacerbation by keeping lungs clear as possible!