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Waterheater at 130 means no need for filters, showered changes etc?!
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Sep 4, 2023 | Replies (36)Comment receiving replies
Yes, it's 55C or 130F. I read a study (should have saved it) saying that NTM dies after a 5 second exposure to temperature 55C or higher. I guess if we could all take baths in temperature 55C or higher, we would be free from NTM instantaneously. Also, I read that NTM is resistant to UV light, otherwise we could be cured using UV light therapy. It said UV light only kills about 10pc of bacteria when exposed. (I will be saving those studies in the future to post here.)
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You bring up a good point. I am a big fan of Dr Falkinham and his research and follow his recommendations. I have my water heater turned up above 130°. But what about the cold water that mixes with the hot? We can't take showers with water of 130°. The cold water would have NTM. Wouldn't we still need to use the shower heads recommended and clean them? Just trying to think this through.