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NTMTalkS2E10: Hemoptysis, or The Bloody CoughDrs. 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.2021-09-0329 minNTMTalkS2E9: Your Questions, Our AnswersListeners 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.2021-08-2734 minNTMTalkS2E8: COVID, Boosters, and YouIn this timely episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss COVID as it relates to NTM and bronchiectasis, including the recently recommended booster. 2021-08-2035 minNTMTalkEpisode 7: Reflux & AspirationIn this episode Drs. Swenson & Drummond discuss the role of gastroesophageal reflux and other aspiration syndromes in the development of NTM lung disease and bronchiectasis.2021-06-2537 minNTMTalkEpisode 6: Dancing in the Rain, an Interview with Dr. WamboldtIn 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 breathing exercises for chronic lung disease, emotional wellness, and learning to dance in the rain. 2021-06-1141 minNTMTalkSeason 2 Episode 5: The One About The SputumIn 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. 2021-06-0433 minNTMTalkSeason 2 Episode 4: Mycobacterium abscessusDrs. Drummond and Swenson discuss M. abscessus lung disease, covering treatment options and outcomes.2021-05-2840 minNTMTalkSeason 2, Episode 3, Your Questions Answered, Part 2In 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. 2021-05-2119 minNTMTalkSeason 2, Episode 2: Your Questions Answered, Part 1In 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. 2021-05-1434 minNTMTalkSeason 2, Episode 1: NTMir, an Interview with Amy LeitmanDrs. Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond interview Amy Leitman, president of NTM Info & Research, about the organization's accomplishments and future goals. 2021-05-0730 minNTMTalkEpisode 13: Exacerbations of BronchiectasisIn this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson explain what bronchiectasis exacerbations are, what causes them, and how they're treated.2020-12-0432 minNTMTalkEpisode 12: The Journey, an Interview with Debbie BreslawskyDr. 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 with NTM-PD. 2020-11-2738 minNTMTalkEpisode 11: Vest Therapy in Airway Clearance, an RT InterviewDr. 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 tips for a more comfortable experience, and for building long-lasting airway clearance routines. 2020-11-2024 minNTMTalkEpisode 10: Arikayce, Clofazimine, and MoreDrs. Drummond and Swenson discuss other antibiotic treatments for NTM-PD, including Arikayce, clofazimine, amikacin, and more. 2020-11-1331 minNTMTalkEpisode 9: Your Questions, Answered!In the episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson take on listeners' tough questions about NTM diagnosis, treatment, and airway clearance. 2020-11-0642 minNTMTalkEpisode 8: Treatment of MAC Lung DiseaseDrs. Drummond and Swenson discuss frontline MAC treatment, side effects, monitoring, and the importance of patient-provider collaboration. 2020-10-3057 minNTMTalkEpisode 7: Diagnosis of NTM Lung DiseaseDrs. Drummond and Swenson discuss the diagnostic journey, as well as updates to the brand new 2020 multi-society treatment guidelines.2020-10-1623 minNTMTalkEpisode 6: Patient Advocacy with Laura KellyDr. 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. 2020-10-0932 minNTMTalkEpisode 5: Airway Clearance RevisitedIn this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson take a deeper dive into airway clearance, with an emphasis on device cleaning. 2020-10-0218 minNTMTalkEpisode 4: What is NTM?Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson discuss what NTM lung disease is, how common it is, and explore potential risk factors and causes.2020-09-2538 minNTMTalkEpisode 3: Airway Clearance, an Interview with a Respiratory TherapistIn 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 patients with bronchiectasis. 2020-09-2540 minNTMTalkEpisode 2: What is Bronchiectasis?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. 2020-09-1832 min
NTMTalkEpisode 1: An IntroductionIn 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 is so important and timely.2020-09-1726 min