silent aspiration

Posted by cdward1028 @cdward1028, Mar 8 8:04am

My cough and mucus production is worse. I don't seem to be clearing after nebulizer 3%saline/duoneb, plus chest compresion therapy twice daily. I had an EGD with a Bravo device implanted to see if I have reflux. I have had previous swallow studies and they have always been normal. Waiting for EGD results. Have been on Brinsupri 25 for 3 1/2 months. I have appointment with pulmonologist in 2 weeks. Anyone have silent aspiration and have any suggestions.

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melinda561 | @melinda561 | Mar 21 8:19am

In reply to @melinda561 "No, I have not . I have Bronchiectasis and COPD. Due to the drying effect of..." + (show)

@melinda561 Many years ago, I was prescribed similar medications but they made me feel more short of breath. and some contained steroids which can hinder our immune response. There have been occasions where I had antibiotics and steroids temporarily for an acute exacerbation and pneumonia treatment. Again our specific needs and treatments are individual and what works for one may not work for another. Hope you can find a treatment plan
that is effective for you.