3% sodium chloride solution and Albuterol vs 7% saline

Thanks for that information. I noticed on the product information for the Pari Vortex that it said that the parts could be boiled to sterilize so I’m looking at that brand.

I have been boiling my current one weekly for about a year. My pulmonologist generally replaces it and my Aerobika once a year.
Sue

You’ve been boiling the correct or the aero chamber?

Oops - the Pari vortex or the aerochamber?

Unfortunately getting a new pulmonologist will not help. I actually fired my last one. This is pul #2. I am having a very hard time finding a dr who specializes in NTM and bronchiectasis in the L.A. area. I even called Nat'l Jewish Health and they had no info. I have learned a lot from our group and am very appreciative for the info.

The Vortex. Made from metal (aluminum?) And silicon.

Hi. New to the bronchiectasis world and am also thankful for this community! I have been thinking of getting a baby bottle sterilizer/dryer. But I hadn't thought of the need to use pre-boiled water. Is that necessary? I guess I am hoping to make things expedient where I can and there is so much info - and seemingly conflicting info - in equipment!

Yes, best to use previously boiled water in your sterilizer. It's easy if you have a kettle. I boil water for tea then have boiled water for other uses. I even use it the next day. Some people use electric kettles for producing boiled water.

Hello, the answer to whether to preboil your water is the dreaded "It depends."
If you use a sterilizing method that keeps the water/steam at boiling for 10 minutes or longer, the answer is "No" to preboiling - the water is sterilized along with your devices.
If you use a baby bottle sterilizer, microwave sterilizer or similar, the answer is "Yes" to preboiling - the water is not kept at temperature for 10 minutes or longer.

I have chosen an old-fashioned method - once a week, I place a round silicon mat (pot holder) in the bottom of my 3 quart saucepan, place the items to sterilize & cover with water. Bring to a boil, set my timer to 11 minutes and do chores nearby. When the timer rings, I turn off the heat, cover the pot and let everything cool. There it is - one chore & done. No need to boil and bottle (in sterile containers, which must be sterilized each time) water, have another device on hand, etc.
Notes: This method works everywhere - home, winter home, camper, friends' homes...without carrying extra stuff from place to place.
The (optional) silicon mat keeps things from being in direct contact with the bottom of the pot - I accidentally melted the mouthpiece of my Aerobika once on a "hot spot" on my propane range.
A small crockpot, turned on high, also works - I run it for 2 hours and turn it off.
Sue

I use levabuterol inhaler and 3% saline neb followed by Aerobika flutter valve. I just started today using the AD app. I have Broncheistasis and untreated Mac.