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There are many causes of post nasal drip, including sinus infections and allergies. The link below reviews the basics of post nasal drip and the treatment options: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/BronchandNTM360social/Community-Discussions/Blog/Article/167/Postnasal-Drip-in-the-Bronchiectasis-Patient
Stress and strong emotions can present with respiratory symptoms, such as shortness of breath and rapid breathing, as the airway between the nose and the lungs constricts. For people without respiratory disease, this is generally not a problem as the body can manage the additional work to breathe comfortably, but psychological stressors can exacerbate breathing problems for people with pre-existing respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
https://www.apa.org/topics/stress/body
This tool assists you to identify, track your symptoms so you are able to communicate more effectively with your health care provider. https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Portals/0/DownloadsLibrary/Files/NTM_Management_Tool.pdf
Please let us know if you have any specific questions.
The link to the Bronchiectasis Action Plan tool may assist you in tracking your symptoms and communicating effectively with your health care provider. https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Portals/0/DownloadsLibrary/Files/ActionPlanEnglish.pdf
The link below reviews the basics of inhaler and nebulizer usage: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Inhaled-Medicines
Please let us know if you have any specific questions.
Below is an article that reviews tips on how to deal with seasonal allergies: https://www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/how-to-get-ahead-of-allergy-season-this-spring/
How to deal with
chronic cough
The link below provides information on good nutrition and food apps: https://www.myplate.gov/
The link below, from the Cleveland Clinic differentiates probiotics from prebiotics: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/prebiotics-vs-probiotics-whats-the-difference
Hi,,
I will be traveling soon and want a recommendation for a portable nebulizer. My searches have brought up info from 7-8 years ago.
Can anyone recommend a newer portable nebulizer?
thanks
More research is now being conducted on the relationship between our guts and chronic lung diseases; this research , the Gut / Lung Microbiome has really expanded over the past 9 years.
Dysbiosis is the imbalance of good and bad bacteria within our guts. Dysbiosis can lead to chronic inflammation and the worsening of chronic respiratory conditions. The link below explains this further in greater depth: https://theconversation.com/how-the-health-of-your-lungs-is-linked-to-the-bacteria-in-your-gut-234515
A 24 hour pH Impedance Test is a Gastrointestinal diagnostic test to check your upper Gastrointestinal system for issues such as GERD. The link below, from John Hopkins reviews the details of this test: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/24-hour-ph-impedance-testing
An upper endoscopy, also referred to as an EGD is a diagnostic test to see if an individual has acid reflux/ Gerd. The link below reviews the basics of this diagnostic test: https://www.healthline.com/health/gerd-endoscopy#treatment
The blog article below reviews the Basics of Acid Reflux vs. Gerd. The article includes a list of “ Do’s and Don’t s for Respiratory Patients with Acid Reflux/ Gerd: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/BronchandNTM360social/Community-Discussions/Blog/Article/47/The-Basics-of-Acid-Reflux
The educational video below, presented by Dr.Gwen Huitt reviews the medical management of GERD/ Acid Reflux. Great tips on preventative measures are provided in this video
:ntmir webinar series Medical Management of GERD with Dr. Gwen Huitt
The article below, is based on an interview reviewing 7 tips to lessen Acid Reflux , with Dr. Gwen Huitt, ( retired from National Jewish Health. https://cysticfibrosisnewstoday.com/social-clips/a-specialists-7-tips-for-preventing-reflux-and-aspiration/
Chronic illness can take a toll on one’s mental health. The comprehensive article below offers some helpful suggestions to assist you with your mental health goals: https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-stop-taking-yourself-so-seriously?slot_pos=article1&utm_source=Sailthru%20Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=pcweekly&utm_content=2025-01-22&apid=&rvid=94a84db5178149857828ced51c5f2056ff605e1649ff4cd9cb2111133e73b49f
There are a lot more available resources to assist one with mental health challenges. Mental health can impact our physical health. Media coverage has expanded on mental health challenges since the pandemic, psych telehealth is now available. The link below, from the Cleveland Clinic reviews the different types of depression, the symptoms and treatment: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/929...
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The link below reviews the signs of vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D plays a key role in our immune system and is especially important for individuals with chronic health conditions. https://www.medicinenet.com/14_signs_of_vitamin_d_deficiency/article.htm
This tool assists you with communication with your health care provider. Tips on managing NTM are also included in the link below: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Portals/0/DownloadsLibrary/Files/NTM_Management_Tool.pdf
Please let us know if you have any specific questions.
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.
Has anyone tried the nebulized form of n-acetyl cysteine to help thin mucous?? I have discussed this with my doctor, and she has sent the prescription to several drug stores, and they have not been able to attain this drug.
I live in New Jersey.
Thanks
Does anyone that has bronchiectasis find that with an effective lung clearance technique that they have been able to achive a clean CT scan? Should that be the goal of therapy and is it possible? I'm going to have a bronchoscopy to suction some out and was wondering if it's realistic to think that it's possible to keep the reoccurrence of mucus to a minimum with good airway clearance techniques? Thanks
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