Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss what it means to cough up blood. What causes hemoptysis, how much is worrisome, and when to pause airway clearance are some of the points discussed.

S2E9: Your Questions, Our Answers

Aug 27th, 2021 34m 31s

Listeners from around the globe ask questions ranging from MAC reinfection rates to hemoptysis during airway clearance to the safety of drinking kombucha. In this episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson answer these questions and more.

S2E8: COVID, Boosters, and You

Aug 20th, 2021 35m 35s

In this timely episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss COVID as it relates to NTM and bronchiectasis, including the recently recommended booster.

Episode 7: Reflux & Aspiration

Jun 25th, 2021 37m 43s

In this episode Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss the role of gastroesophageal reflux and other aspiration syndromes in the development of NTM lung disease and bronchiectasis.

Episode 6: Dancing in the Rain, an Interview with Dr. Wamboldt

Jun 11th, 2021 41m 2s

In this episode Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss the emotional and psychological impacts of bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease with Dr. Fred Wamboldt, Professor Emeritus at National Jewish Healthcare. With warmth and humor, Dr. Wamboldt covers

Season 2 Episode 5: The One About The Sputum

Jun 4th, 2021 33m 29s

In this episode Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss everything you need to know about sputum: how much is needed for culture, which containers to use, and what those confusing lab reports mean. We love sputum and all that it can tell us.

Season 2 Episode 4: Mycobacterium abscessus

May 28th, 2021 40m 3s

Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss M. abscessus lung disease, covering treatment options and outcomes.

Season 2, Episode 3, Your Questions Answered, Part 2

May 21st, 2021 19m 13s

In the second part of this question and answer episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson cover asymptomatic infection, bronchiectasis, and pulmonary function testing. They also look forward to topics covered in future Season 2 episodes.

Season 2, Episode 2: Your Questions Answered, Part 1

May 14th, 2021 34m 45s

In this first half of a two part episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson answer listeners' questions ranging from immunosuppression for rheumatologic disease, to sputum induction, to MAC recurrence.

Season 2, Episode 1: NTMir, an Interview with Amy Leitman

May 7th, 2021 30m 39s

Drs. Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond interview Amy Leitman, president of NTM Info & Research, about the organization's accomplishments and future goals.

Episode 13: Exacerbations of Bronchiectasis

Dec 4th, 2020 32m 53s

In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson explain what bronchiectasis exacerbations are, what causes them, and how they're treated.

Episode 12: The Journey, an Interview with Debbie Breslawsky

Nov 27th, 2020 38m 54s

Dr. Swenson interviews Debbie Breslawsky, a pioneer in NTM patient support organization and advocacy. Debbie discusses her long journey with NTM, from initial diagnosis and treatment, to founding the first ever support group for patients living

Episode 11: Vest Therapy in Airway Clearance, an RT Interview

Nov 20th, 2020 24m 10s

Dr. Swenson interviews Christina Nicklaus, Clinical Education Manager and a respiratory therapist at Electromed, Inc., makers of the SmartVest. Christina explains the mechanism of high frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO), and provides tip

Episode 10: Arikayce, Clofazimine, and More

Nov 13th, 2020 31m 34s

Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss other antibiotic treatments for NTM-PD, including Arikayce, clofazimine, amikacin, and more.

Episode 9: Your Questions, Answered!

Nov 6th, 2020 42m 25s

In the episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson take on listeners' tough questions about NTM diagnosis, treatment, and airway clearance.

Episode 8: Treatment of MAC Lung Disease

Oct 30th, 2020 57m 17s

Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss frontline MAC treatment, side effects, monitoring, and the importance of patient-provider collaboration.

Episode 7: Diagnosis of NTM Lung Disease

Oct 16th, 2020 23m 42s

Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss the diagnostic journey, as well as updates to the brand new 2020 multi-society treatment guidelines.

Episode 6: Patient Advocacy with Laura Kelly

Oct 9th, 2020 32m 31s

Dr. Swenson interviews Laura Kelly, founder of the greater Atlanta NTM support chapter, on patient advocacy and the importance of community in the treatment of NTM-PD.

Episode 5: Airway Clearance Revisited

Oct 2nd, 2020 18m 56s

In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson take a deeper dive into airway clearance, with an emphasis on device cleaning.

Episode 4: What is NTM?

Sep 25th, 2020 38m 42s

Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson discuss what NTM lung disease is, how common it is, and explore potential risk factors and causes.

Episode 3: Airway Clearance, an Interview with a Respiratory Therapist

Sep 25th, 2020 40m 1s

In this interview with respiratory therapist Mews Hilaire of Emory University in Atlanta, Dr. Swenson and Mr. Hilaire cover some common airway clearance techniques: what they are, how they're done, and how they improve quality of life in patien

Episode 2: What is Bronchiectasis?

Sep 18th, 2020 32m 59s

Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson discuss bronchiectasis: what it is, how it's treated, and why the condition is commonly associated with NTM lung disease.

Episode 1: An Introduction

Sep 17th, 2020 26m 28s

In this introductory episode, Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson introduce themselves, and discuss how each became interested in NTM lung disease and bronchiectasis. They discuss why starting a podcast dedicated to these rare lung diseases i

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