NTMTalk is a podcast dedicated to informed discussion on topics related to nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease and bronchiectasis. Hosted by Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson, NTMTalk seeks to disseminate accurate and practical information for patients and care providers alike.
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S2E10: Hemoptysis, or The Bloody Cough
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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In this timely episode, Drs. Drummond & Swenson discuss COVID as it relates to NTM and bronchiectasis, including the recently recommended booster.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 6: Dancing in the Rain, an Interview with Dr. Wamboldt
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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 breathing exercises for chronic lung disease, emotional wellness, and learning to dance in the rain.…
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Season 2 Episode 5: The One About The Sputum
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Season 2 Episode 4: Mycobacterium abscessus
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Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss M. abscessus lung disease, covering treatment options and outcomes.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Season 2, Episode 3, Your Questions Answered, Part 2
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Season 2, Episode 2: Your Questions Answered, Part 1
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Season 2, Episode 1: NTMir, an Interview with Amy Leitman
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Drs. Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond interview Amy Leitman, president of NTM Info & Research, about the organization's accomplishments and future goals.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 13: Exacerbations of Bronchiectasis
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In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson explain what bronchiectasis exacerbations are, what causes them, and how they're treated.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 12: The Journey, an Interview with Debbie Breslawsky
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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 with NTM-PD.Por Colin Swenson & Debbie Breslawsky
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Episode 11: Vest Therapy in Airway Clearance, an RT Interview
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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 tips for a more comfortable experience, and for building long-lasting airway clearance routines.…
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Episode 10: Arikayce, Clofazimine, and More
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Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss other antibiotic treatments for NTM-PD, including Arikayce, clofazimine, amikacin, and more.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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In the episode, Drs. Drummond and Swenson take on listeners' tough questions about NTM diagnosis, treatment, and airway clearance.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 8: Treatment of MAC Lung Disease
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Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss frontline MAC treatment, side effects, monitoring, and the importance of patient-provider collaboration.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 7: Diagnosis of NTM Lung Disease
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Drs. Drummond and Swenson discuss the diagnostic journey, as well as updates to the brand new 2020 multi-society treatment guidelines.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 6: Patient Advocacy with Laura Kelly
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Laura Kelly
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In this episode Drs. Drummond and Swenson take a deeper dive into airway clearance, with an emphasis on device cleaning.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Drs. Wendi Drummond and Colin Swenson discuss what NTM lung disease is, how common it is, and explore potential risk factors and causes.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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Episode 3: Airway Clearance, an Interview with a Respiratory Therapist
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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 patients with bronchiectasis.Por Colin Swenson / Mews Hilaire
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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.Por Colin Swenson & Wendi Drummond
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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 is so important and timely.Por Colin Swenson and Wendi Drummond
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