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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Feb 4, 2022 | Replies (107)Comment receiving replies
I got rid of our WaterPik over 40 years ago over concern about how to keep it clean, long before bronchiectasis and MAC were on my radar. I'm reading the discussion regarding peroxide as a disinfectant with interest. What bacteria are you concerned about eliminating? I can't seem to find evidence that peroxide or colloidal silver will kill NTM or MAC in devices. I have always wished I could use a WaterPik again because flossing is difficult for my arthritic hands, so I would love to find a simple way to sanitize all the parts.
Sue
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Sue, I would think that the cleaning grade of vinegar would work to run thru it. I clean my coffee maker that way.
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@sueinmn I also have not used my WaterPik in years. The conversation just made me wonder if running vinegar through it would be enough to disinfect the tubing. That's what is recommended for shower heads and at least it's non toxic. Hmmm, something to think about.