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Sputum tests: Problems producing enough sputum

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Aug 22, 2021 | Replies (51)
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If the sinuses can be colonized with NTM is it worthwhile to do daily 7% saline rinses for the nose in addition to the 7% pulmonary nebs? In thinking about the anatomy,
the entire nasal and pulmonary track is lined with respiratory mucosa. Wondering if anyone has seen data on this concept.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jul 29, 2021

Wow, I don't know about anyone else, but I accidentally inhaled some into my nose one day, and that 7% saline burned! I can't imagine rinsing regularly with it because I think it would really irritate the nose and sinuses.

Another thing to remember is that noses are often colonized with NTM, Staph and other bugs and we don't get sick from them. The nose and sinuses, with regular room temperature airflow, just don't offer the same warm moist environment as a poorly functioning lung.

If I were thinking about trying it, I would ask my ENT first. Saline rinses are usually around .5% so 7% would be 14 times stronger.

Let us know what you learn.

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