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I have bronchiecstasis with wheezing and rattling but can't get any mucus up. i have an acapeller and my husband thumps my back but still no mucus.

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

May take a while: To recover. I suggest you get chest physical therapy (cpt). Maybe have them come at home. http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/brn/treatment.html.

Dr Accurso agreed

Answered 7/26/2013

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