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I am currently experiencing something similar. My mucus has become difficult to cough up and I am only producing half of my usual amount. As a result I am having a great deal of breathing difficulty. I do not know why it has become difficult and the quantity has reduced so much. If you get any information as to why that might happen let me know spider! None of my usual remedies make any difference like mucinex etc etc.
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Have you tried to use symbicort inhaler? I have a friend, she has BE and MAC for at least 20-30 years. She is 84. She has no asthma, shes doesn't even need albuterol, but recently before she uses aerobika she takes the symbicort, she said that helps her to bring the mucus out, and works very well for her. I know to suggest to use steroid is not a good idea, but anything helps to bring mucus out, I think it may be worthwhile to try.
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What about NAC? That makes a difference for some. Have you tried 2 vials of saline in one session? How about changing up what you do for deep breathing, like active cycle of breathing or using a tube to exhale through to keep the glottis open. Hope some of these suggestions are useful.