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Nebulising
I have had bronchiectasis for around 3 years & was recently diagnosed with mycobacteria abscessus. The lung specialist I have just seen is not real keen on prescribing a nebuliser (I am in Australia). I have just found a pulmonary rehab centre which I am hoping can help me with ACT. How safe is it for me to "self treat" with a nebuliser? I would obviously need help with it but don't know where to turn for help. I'm hoping to see a respiratory physiotherapist through the Pulmonary Rehab clinic.
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Hello Annette,
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We have assistance available for you in many forms. In addition to the community support you receive here on BronchiectasisandNTM360, you can call one of our Patient Ambassadors directly by phone at (833) 411-5864. Our Ambassadors are real live patients with experiences similar to yours and understand what you are going through.
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You may already know this but info for Australia can be found here - https://lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carers/livi...
Annie,
Thank you for sharing this link with the community. Australia has great educational resources for patients.
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