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@kathyjjb what studies are you referring to re the rate of culture conversion with the use of saline and NTM? I have only seen one study specific to saline and NTM and the culture conversion rate was (off the top of my head) 12% which is consistent with the known data on spontaneous conversion. Interested in reading any other studies out there on saline and NTM. Thanks.
I haven't had positive MAC cultures, but do daily albuterol neb and airway clearance for bronchiectasis and mild asthma.
I had repeated viral infections 2 winters ago (young grandchildren) and last fall my pulmonologist suggested I try 7% saline a few times/week to see if that would help prevent them. I did it and haven't had any since November. Coincidence or cause? I don't know, but docs are using hypertonic saline even with negative sputum.