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Excessive mucus without cough

Posted by hishamhussain @hishamhussain, Dec 8, 2016

Dear kind community group
I am Hisham Hussain. 40 years
I have been suffering with excessive mucus coming from lungs with out coughing 3 months ago.
I find difficulty to expel continually accumulating phlegm coming from my lungs to throat
my case get worsen day by day and i feel recently short-breathing.
what make my case get worse is that i have not cough to help in expelling mucus out so it go to accumulate into lungs and airways.
I took montelukast and xyzal medicines for 2 weeks but i did not feel any better

have you found anything that helps ?

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hishamhussain | @hishamhussain | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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thanks dear @jms7 for all these precious guidance you give me
I am really get surprised about the dairy and sugar if they are medically harm for lungs disease especially in cases like me with excess mucus
thanks

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jms7 | @jms7 | Jan 14, 2017
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@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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It is my sincere pleasure! Yes try reducing dairy, cold foods, and sugary drinks or food from your diet, even by just a little bit and you may feel better because of it. You don't have to do it all suddenly, but often, cold foods, sugary drinks, and dairy are very hard on the lungs because they all produce inflammation and make the lungs work harder! If you like spicy foods and your stomach is ok with it, cayenne, turmeric, cumin, curry, cinnamon, holy basil, ginger and other pungent "warming" spices really help the lungs stay strong and clear! You should of course always stay on your medicines, but sometimes changes in diet and environment help us heal so much! Take good care and cherish the day! : )

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jms7 | @jms7 | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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Correction - all those things don't necessarily produce inflammation, but some do, and other cold items, especially cold dairy can produce mucous for many people! : )

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jms7 | @jms7 | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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Sometimes I do something very simple like drink hot water with some fresh lemon juice and honey. This is very wonderful for the lungs and throat. For me, it does help clear my lungs and keep them happy! The lungs have a better chance of getting rid of mucous when a person is well hydrated.

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Katherine, Alumni Mentor | @katemn | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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@jms7 .. sorry but can't help but wish you were still posting on my Forum with your great ideas! Katherine
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mycobacterium-avium-complex-pulmonary-disease-macmai/?pg=21#post-246302

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jms7 | @jms7 | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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I certainly will dear friend! I wished greatly to reply directly to Hisham since he is new and has these very new lung concerns. Perhaps we collaborate and you would mention to others to occasionally peruse lung health in general, as that is the large category we ALL fall into and are united by. We are all here to help one another, and I find when people truly wish to heal, they seem to attract and be in fellowship with those who assist and support, thus they can also one day help others. I will gladly post something new in the MAC group. Be well and cherish the day my friend! : )

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Katherine, Alumni Mentor | @katemn | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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by @jms7, (do you have a first name .. SO much more personal!) .. you are such a sweetie! So full of kindness and wisdom .. we are just so lucky to have you .. where ever you post! THAT is why I was just jealous of not getting more of your attention .. naughty me! I SO agree with you re @hishamhussain, .. we all remember how fearful these things are .. you are a blessing! Thank you for all you do! Hugs to you! Katherine

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marzz | @marzz | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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Hello Katherine,
I am Marianne. Thank you for reaching out. I was going to a pulmonolgist for awhile, but my good insurance policy dissolved. So it has been two years or so since my last visit. She had me on Flovent for two years with barely any improvement. That did not reduce the mucus one bit. (They never prescribed anything at all for reducing mucus. I was gasping for air 24/7) I did not notice much change other than my voice got much higher in pitch, we were merely trying that remedy. I was desperate to fix my breathing problem. My bronchiectasis most likely came from pneumonia and compounded from pet bird dander and cat litter dust. My home was filled with bird dander/dropping dust and my cat litter contained SILICA. WOW! As for the Serrapeptase (Serratia peptidase) I buy it from Prothera (protherainc dot com) 888-488-2488. you have to register and may need a password from medical staff. My general doctor gave me a password to register. Prothera sells pharmaceutical grade vitamins, and supplements. I received a newsletter from Prothera in email about medical breakthroughs and one was referring to Serratia Peptidase for lung issues. So I researched and decided to try it. What I use is called Serralase enzyme supplement. I used it to relieve severe mucus and breathing difficulties especially in Chicago HUMIDITY! That cleared up in less than a month. Enzymes are not measured in mg. So It is difficult to know the amounts I am taking. I follow the instructions on the supplement bottle. I also use four hepa air cleaners AND my whole house fan on my furnace 24 hours a day WITH IMMEDIATE IMPROVEMENTS in my breathing. I will be seeing my pulmonologist again soon for a check up. I feel that I am controlling the disease progression through AIR CLEANING mostly. Only in the summer months I have to worry about humidity. A pneumonia shot has done me well, this year I did not get pneumonia with my cold/flu. So I agree totally to consult your doctor before taking any enzymes. It certainly is worth researching. I barely take any at this time as I am maintaining very well with the clean air. I really appreciate your warm, caring, and compassionate advice. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Marianne

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Katherine, Alumni Mentor | @katemn | Jan 14, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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@marzz .. Marianne, my goodness .. what a tough time you have had. I am SO glad you are seeing your Pulmonologist soon .. be sure to tell them about your enzyme .. and how much it has helped you .. BUT different things like this can counter act different meds IF your regimen is changed in any way. I is important that our doctors have a FULL picture of everything we are using. Keep us posted on how you are doing! Hugs! Katherine

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hishamhussain | @hishamhussain | Jan 15, 2017
In reply to @hishamhussain "THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern Thank you @jms7 Thank you @colleenyoung..." + (show)
@hishamhussain

THANKS of all of you kind people for your concern
Thank you @jms7
Thank you @colleenyoung
I want to say that I started to suffer with having excess of mucus 3 months ago and it last for 2 months WITHOUT anther any symptom. after that I began to find difficulty in breath and i feel that my lung could not do its function because of i feel mucus get accumulating in airways.
I do not have anther symptoms like fever or cold . just continually excess of mucus in which i find difficulty in throw it out and recently problem in breathing.
I did swab throat and it found diplococci and candida and also did x -ray for chest
I sent those tests to the doctor and give me medicine;azithromycine 500 mg antibiotic for 3 days and montelukast and levocetirizine.
I take these medicines for 2 weeks but I could not get better.

I want to add if it is safe to use Expectorant medicine like mucosolvan to help in expelling phlegm But i am afraid if this can give bad impact because i do not have coughing to push mucus out SO may using expectorant medicine would not be right choice in my case.

thanks for your kindness gentle people

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I can not express my passionate feeling to all of you for your support to me in this difficult time I live in
thanks my friends

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