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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Sep 11, 2025 | Replies (64)Comment receiving replies
Hey Sue, I have to ask this question to you because I do value your knowledge and excellent ideas, can all nebulizers be sterilized using a good quality baby bottle sterilizer??? I’ve heard some people say yes, and some say no. Dr.’s, RRT’s RN’s etc what is your opinion
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Spider - You asked, I'll give you my opinion for what it's worth, based on closely following a lot of people whose research and knowledge I respect, including NTM research guru Dr Joe Falkinham, Dr Pamela McShane formerly of UT Tyler, and @becleartoday.
Caveat, I am a minimalist when it comes to gadgets because I have very little counter space, and also spend time in my small camper, so I have only ever used a saucepan on my stovetop.
Yes, a good quality baby bottle sterilizer will adequately sterilize your nebulizer, Aerobika and other equipment. Boiling for 10 minutes will do the same. I don't know if it has been lab-tested, but Dr Falkinham believes that the microwave steam sterilizers, if used long enough, should work too.