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2023-07-14 09:31:09
I find black mucus sometimes when I cough which clears my throat. Kindly advise and it's not regular. And I am a smoker
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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment

Answered2023-07-24 04:11:56

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Black sputum seen occasionally in smokers. Go for Sputum for fungal staining any way Take online consultation for better evaluation and management

Answered2023-07-14 13:06:40

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

Answered2023-07-14 09:57:49

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Can be normal variation Better get evaluated with detailed history

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need your smoking history and  get sputum investigations done

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