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7% Saline Success Story that warmed my heart.
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Apr 23 9:51am | Replies (79)Comment receiving replies
Several studies have shown that 7% saline can actually suppress growth of MAC/NTM in the lungs. 3% has not been shown to be as successful. In my case, I knew I had MAC when I stopped antibiotics 4 years ago so I continued to use the stronger saline.
I guess if one is just trying to thin mucus, and not suppress bacteria, 3% is fine. But if you know you have MAC and are trying to stay off antibiotics, 7% is the way to go if you can tolerate it.
Sue
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Hi Sue - I am a bit confused.
We are to be careful diet wise regarding salt......as well as sugar and fat.
Saline is salt....and we are breathing it in.
So, wouldn't that cause problems....like edema etc. etc.?
My feet are swelling and when doing the nebulizer my feet, and hands as well, become very cold. I have decided to use a glove to hold the nebulizer.
I did see that the Pari, that you have mentioned, has a handle which might make a difference. I have the AeroElcipse with the Aerobika.
Any thoughts?
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Sue! Is this possible? I’m so excited. I was diagnosed with MAC. Two sputum came back positive. The third and final, after 8 weeks, grew nothing! I had been in 3% saline 2x a day with a vest! I hope this sticks! Next CT is in Feb!