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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Sep 25, 2023 | Replies (81)

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@sueinmn

Thanks for reminding us that not everyone gets really good patient education from their providers. Sometime we are left wondering "What did [s]he mean???"

Your Aerobika will connect to most traditional nebulizers - the type with a separate compressor, tubing and nebulizer cup. Here is one video that shows you how:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=312475197601471
The brand of machine is not important - only that you can separate the mouthpiece from the nebulizer cup and replace it with the Aerobika as shown.

Just remember, each of us is different. Some people find this saves time, but for me, it placed a strain on my breathing when I was really ill and made me feel worse. I have tried it with my "big green machine (Pari Vios) my DeVilbiss Traveler and and Omron portable I used to have. Now I neb first (just 7% saline) then use the Aerrobika.

If you have more questions, feel free to ask...
Sue

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The doctor was covering so much, my head was spinning. She said she thought the Aerobika would absolutely be worth trying, then moved on. I’m thinking positive, that she is good but dealing with time
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Thanks Sue
HD