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Mucus and Breathing

Posted by trevortedford @trevortedford, Apr 27, 2023

So I went for a jog back in august .. when I was running I was getting breathless and my chest was sore, but I ignored it and ever since my chest has been sore and I have more mucus then normal and sometimes I feel breathless .. I’ve taken lots of tests, EKG tests, chest X-rays , ECG and also Stress tests, I also did a echocardiogram and the test came back fine.. the doctors say nothing is wrong and that nothing is to be concerned .. I used to have ashtma when I was a child but now I’m 28 they tell me that I don’t have ashtma or that’s not a reason why I’m having these feelings .. it sucks because I’ve seen doctors and emergency trips for the last 8 months and nothing is fixed .. anyone have experience this ? Or?

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gjaleski | @gjaleski | May 14, 2023

Have you had a cat scan? I have Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, with your symptoms.

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gjaleski | @gjaleski | May 14, 2023
In reply to @swalker2 "I got me an Aerobika (Flutter Device) it has been the best thing to help get..." + (show)
@swalker2

I got me an Aerobika (Flutter Device) it has been the best thing to help get the mucus up and out when I am having trouble doing it. You could watch some videos on You Tube to learn more or maybe just Google it. It is the best device I have gotten to help me with this.

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I presently use a Lung Flute device for airway clearance, but I will try the Aerokika device.

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swalker2 | @swalker2 | May 14, 2023

I think you will like it.

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trevortedford | @trevortedford | May 14, 2023
In reply to @gjaleski "Have you had a cat scan? I have Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, with your symptoms." + (show)
@gjaleski

Have you had a cat scan? I have Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, with your symptoms.

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I had a x-ray done .. with the standing machine tho.. but it came back clear

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trevortedford | @trevortedford | May 14, 2023

Thanks everyone! I do have a doctor appointment again this Friday coming up (19th) so hopefully get some answers then

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gjaleski | @gjaleski | May 17, 2023
In reply to @gjaleski "I presently use a Lung Flute device for airway clearance, but I will try the Aerokika..." + (show)
@gjaleski

I presently use a Lung Flute device for airway clearance, but I will try the Aerokika device.

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Anyone know where to purchase replacement Reed packs for the lung flute?

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shar1120 | @shar1120 | Nov 5, 2023
In reply to @equanimous "I agree. The saline really helps bring up mucus. I'd ask for it. It was a..." + (show)
@equanimous

I agree. The saline really helps bring up mucus. I'd ask for it. It was a game changer for me.

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I am finding saline is not covered under insurance

Where do you all purchase this from ?

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Arlo | @equanimous | Nov 5, 2023
In reply to @shar1120 "I am finding saline is not covered under insurance Where do you all purchase this from..." + (show)
@shar1120

I am finding saline is not covered under insurance

Where do you all purchase this from ?

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You could get saline from Amazon. Or, get Rx from your dr and use Good Rx coupon at your local pharmacy. Saline via GoodRx is a lot less expensive. But, Amazon has faster delivery ( I usually get it the day after ordering).

Here are sites:
Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09X65F4PB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

GoodRx.com

Best of luck to you!

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kimberkoe | @kimberkoe | Nov 20, 2023
In reply to @spider109 "I have a question for everyone, do you think mucus buildup in the airways and lungs,..." + (show)
@spider109

I have a question for everyone, do you think mucus buildup in the airways and lungs, affects the Pulmonary Function Test numbers that we all do on a regular basis. I have asked many Dr.‘s, Respiratory Teheripists, nurses, etc this question. Some say it (the mucus) has no effect at all. Others say they believe it does. My belief is simple “ If you have an object occluding or blocking a tube or pathway then it HAS to effect the flow of whatever substance liquid or gas. Thank-you.

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I wonder the same but get varied answers to this question as well.

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