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sputum culture for MAC testing without producing any

Infectious Diseases | Last Active: Oct 22, 2023 | Replies (9)
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@lilianna

Hi Melinda I am wondering about the vest. I understand you are low weight so how do you tolerate the best? My pulmonologist mentioned a vest but then she thought it could break my ribs. What vest do you use and how you tolerate it?

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melinda561 | @melinda561 | Oct 21, 2023

Hi, so sorry for delay. I am using the Hillrom “the vest airway clearance system with connec connectivity “ on label. I’m at 13 frequency or Hz. My Dr. Initially had ordered 20Hz 20 minutes twice daily. The respiratory therapist set everything up and reviewed instructions etc. I started at 10Hz and gradually increased over 3 weeks to 13Hz which I tolerate well . I’m 96 lbs and was very anxious at first. I haven’t been treated for MAC yet as I’m waiting for my pulmonologist consult with ID Dr. I have to hope it is beneficial along with albuterol and saline nebs in the interim. I hope this is helpful.

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