condensation in nebulizer tubes

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ej0820

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Hey all!

So I noticed there was condensation in my nebulizer tube last week. I realized that it was a pretty old set, so I replaced it. Fast forward to now, a week later, and I'm seeing condensation in the tube again! I can't imagine that this is sanitary and can only believe that this may be doing more harm than good with breeding bacteria. Has anyone ever had this problem? I've always been told to replace nebs/tubing every 6 months, but right now it seems like every day would be a better idea...I can't afford that! Is this normal? Could it be the weather (warmer, more humid)? I don't remember ever noticing this before. I'm currently only nebulizing albuterol right now, could it be the drug? Any suggestions?

Thanks!
 
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ej0820

New member
Hey all!

So I noticed there was condensation in my nebulizer tube last week. I realized that it was a pretty old set, so I replaced it. Fast forward to now, a week later, and I'm seeing condensation in the tube again! I can't imagine that this is sanitary and can only believe that this may be doing more harm than good with breeding bacteria. Has anyone ever had this problem? I've always been told to replace nebs/tubing every 6 months, but right now it seems like every day would be a better idea...I can't afford that! Is this normal? Could it be the weather (warmer, more humid)? I don't remember ever noticing this before. I'm currently only nebulizing albuterol right now, could it be the drug? Any suggestions?

Thanks!
 
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ej0820

New member
Hey all!

So I noticed there was condensation in my nebulizer tube last week. I realized that it was a pretty old set, so I replaced it. Fast forward to now, a week later, and I'm seeing condensation in the tube again! I can't imagine that this is sanitary and can only believe that this may be doing more harm than good with breeding bacteria. Has anyone ever had this problem? I've always been told to replace nebs/tubing every 6 months, but right now it seems like every day would be a better idea...I can't afford that! Is this normal? Could it be the weather (warmer, more humid)? I don't remember ever noticing this before. I'm currently only nebulizing albuterol right now, could it be the drug? Any suggestions?

Thanks!
 
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izemmom

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Erin - This happens to us, too, particularly when it is humid outside. We were told from the very beginning to let the nebulizer run for a while after disconnecting the cup to clear the tubing. It works pretty well, but in the summer we have to let it run for quite a while.
 
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izemmom

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Erin - This happens to us, too, particularly when it is humid outside. We were told from the very beginning to let the nebulizer run for a while after disconnecting the cup to clear the tubing. It works pretty well, but in the summer we have to let it run for quite a while.
 
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izemmom

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Erin - This happens to us, too, particularly when it is humid outside. We were told from the very beginning to let the nebulizer run for a while after disconnecting the cup to clear the tubing. It works pretty well, but in the summer we have to let it run for quite a while.
 
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scanboyd

Member
I might add, let nebulizer tube hang a bit, arm on chair, lamp shade,so gravity will help. Let mine run about 5-10min. then I sort of sling the end so all the condensaton is out.
 
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scanboyd

Member
I might add, let nebulizer tube hang a bit, arm on chair, lamp shade,so gravity will help. Let mine run about 5-10min. then I sort of sling the end so all the condensaton is out.
 
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scanboyd

Member
I might add, let nebulizer tube hang a bit, arm on chair, lamp shade,so gravity will help. Let mine run about 5-10min. then I sort of sling the end so all the condensaton is out.
 
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beleache

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Hey Erin,
 Condensation in the tubing is normal..
 I have Mycobacterium Abcessus & go to Denver National Jewish for treatment..  Their protocol is to change the tubing every 2 wks.  This may be overkill, not sure but that is what they want their patients to do.
 I do try to run the compressor a few extra seconds w/o the neb attached to it, to get rid of the condensation, this works.
 Also, you can ask @ clinic/hosp.  if they have any extra tubing..  
Take care  <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">  joni
 
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beleache

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Hey Erin,
Condensation in the tubing is normal..
I have Mycobacterium Abcessus & go to Denver National Jewish for treatment.. Their protocol is to change the tubing every 2 wks. This may be overkill, not sure but that is what they want their patients to do.
I do try to run the compressor a few extra seconds w/o the neb attached to it, to get rid of the condensation, this works.
Also, you can ask @ clinic/hosp. if they have any extra tubing..
Take care <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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beleache

New member
<p>Hey Erin,
<p>Condensation in the tubing is normal..
<p>I have Mycobacterium Abcessus & go to Denver National Jewish for treatment.. Their protocol is to change the tubing every 2 wks. This may be overkill, not sure but that is what they want their patients to do.
<p>I do try to run the compressor a few extra seconds w/o the neb attached to it, to get rid of the condensation, this works.
<p>Also, you can ask @ clinic/hosp. if they have any extra tubing..
<p>Take care <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> joni
 
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