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BBopof4 Check-In 08/24/2025
Currently I have a collapsed middle right lobe. Doctor wants to do a scope to clean out the lobe and hopefully it will reinflate.
Any suggestions?
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Welcome BBopof4......Good luck..Take Brandon's advice and call the Patient Ambassadors
Below is educational information on collapsed lung issues: https://www.respiratorytherapyzone.com/how-long-live-with-collapsed-lung/
This condition must be discussed with your pulmonologist regarding the urgency of treatment - a small collapse may be monitored, more detailed information on this is in the article above.
Welcome, BBopof4! I recommend using an incentive spirometer, practicing active cycle breathing, and walking. As a registered respiratory therapist and the assistant director of education and community for the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association, I am happy to answer any questions you may have.
https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/I-am-a-Patient-or-Caregiver/Coping-with-Airway-Mucus/Manual-Airway-Clearance-Techniques
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