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JKW Check-In 10/14/2025
I have just been diagnosed with Bronchiectasis and struggling with clearing lungs of mucus. I have a flutter device and use the huff cough to help. I cough so violently that i get bad headaches. I just completed chemo in May for non Hodgson lymphoma in lungs and kidneys and have this lung disorder during and after treatment. i have been lifting weights and walking alot that helps get this stuff up.
I am glad i found this site to help provide guidance on how to live wit this awful disease.
Thanks for the opportunity. JW
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JKW,
Hello! Welcome to the community. I am sorry to read of your recent challenges. We are here to support you on your journey. Have you tried Mucinex , or Guafenesin? Please check with your doctor before adding any additional medication to your daily regimen. 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 some of what you are going through. You can also email us at contactus@bronchandntm.org to get more information about these topics. Our Ambassadors can’t provide medical advice but may be able to assist you with additional information and resources.
It sounds like you have had hard go of things, we're glad you're here! Let us know if we can be of assistance!
Welcome aboard JKW.....We're glad you're here.
Congratulation on finishing chemo! We have some great overview videos that may help you with navigating your symptoms and expanding your airway clearance if you feel the flutter is not helping as much.
https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Educational-Videos/Feeling-Your-Best-with-Bronchiectasis-Webinar-Series
Welcome to the community. Talk to your doctor about the possibility of using hypertonic saline in conjunction with your airway clearance. Could help to thin mucus making it easier to cough out. There are other devices that you could add to your routine (e.g., vests). Don't give up! Call us for more info and ideas.
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