Inhaled antibiotics – everything you need to know
Bacterial colonization and chronic airway infections are a common and serious problem for people with bronchiectasis and cystic fibrosis (CF). These infections can lead to frequent flare-ups (exacerbations), lead to accelerated loss of lung function, and make you feel tired, lack energy and generally feel under the weather. One of the most effective strategies for […]
Clearing mucus using PEP (flutter) valves
Phlegm has a tendency to get stuck deep in the lungs and despite all your best efforts, you may not be able to cough every last bit out. People living with cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis produce more mucus than most and removing this is crucial to staying healthy. An overview of airway clearance can be […]
How to effectively clear mucus from your lungs
Airway clearance is really important in cystic fibrosis and other forms of bronchiectasis. By dedicating time to regularly removing mucus or sputum from your chest, you give yourself every chance to be the best version of yourself. Let’s look closer at the why and how. Think of the lungs as an inverted oak tree. The […]