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Sputum culture and MIC Panel showing different results

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: May 26, 2021 | Replies (29)
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@sueinmn

Yes, our labs all in MN all use NJH for susceptibility testing because of previous issues with crazy results.
At various times, my cultures grew at least 5 different strains of NTM, but all showed susceptibility to at least one of the big-3. I stopped medications 16 months ago due to intolerance of side effects, even though my cultures were still positive for 2 strains. Now I rely on 7% saline nebs and clearance measures to keep the infections at bay - so far so good.
Sue

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Apr 16, 2021

@sueinmn Blessings, Sue, May the change in treatment work well for you. Elzabeth

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pop55 | @pop55 | Apr 16, 2021

Sue, just curious do you know how many colonies you had when you quit? or how many you have now? I was diagnosed a little over a year ago and I have not had treatment. I too am hoping the 7% saline and clearance measures keep the bacteria at bay.

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gej53 | @gej53 | Apr 17, 2021

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glendamoseley1 | @glendamoseley1 | Apr 17, 2021

@sueinmn would you be so kind as to tell me what your “clearance measures” are? Thanks

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Terri Martin, Volunteer Mentor | @windwalker | May 17, 2021

Hi Sue! When will you go back for another sputem test? It will be good to know if the saline is doing it's job.

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