Ideas for getting mucus Out

Posted by meleana808 @meleana808, 1 day ago

Had my CT scan yesterday there has been an increase in mucus compared to 6months ago. I also been diagnosed with pseudomonosis. (Which I inhaled tobramycin for about 16mo til I started getting increased ringing in my ears). Dr stopped toby with nothing to replace it, said there was nothing else.
Drs suggestions continue ACTS, with albuterol inhaler, nebulizing albuterol & 5 or 7% saline and use your vest. Previously within this routine still did not produce any sputum
Any other suggestions on loosening and espelling this mucus? I have read mullein tea or a form of mucinex might help.
Ty for sharing your experiences and knowledge

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jill6063 | @jill6063 | 9 hours ago

I have to say, NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) really made a difference for me. I used to not be able to get the mucous out, but once I started taking the NAC, I'm pretty much always able to get something up and out!