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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Dec 23, 2022 | Replies (9)

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@sueinmn

I am not sure about using the humidifier on the oxygen concentrator - probably safe if you use boiled water & keep it cleaned out.
Here is a simpler solution you might want to try - Arm & Hammer makes a buffered (neutral) aerosol saline nose spray. It is not at all irritating, and can be used as often as he needs. I find it works in our house, which must remain drier than my body prefers to keep our windows from icing up in the current cold weather. I also use a light coating of mentholatum or coconut oil in my nostrils at night.
Has he tried a saline spray?
Sue

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Sue,
Thanks for your quick and helpful answer.
We are on hold at the moment for any additional humidity or nostril soothers.
Bruce was taken by ambulance to one of our local hospitals yesterday morning with congestive heart failure.
Not surprisingly Bronchiectasis and MAC have done their worst to not only his lungs but also his heart.
Prayers and good thoughts appreciated.
I will be back with an update.
Melissa