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2017-01-16 14:21:35
Two weeks back I got a very small amount blood coloured mucus. And from two months some times when I breathe I feel like air breathing in and out is been abstracted like..I had my body check up last week.. everything was normal.. even blood test and all.. but they didn't tel me why I got blood coloured mucus.. is it a sign of lung cancer?
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If it happens repeatedly u will have to consult a pulmonologist

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There are many causes for blood in sputum. You should consult pulmonologist. And chest x ray and sputum examinations and if required ct scan of chest should be done.

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Hi. I understand your concerns. There are many causes for blood in sputum. Consult a pulmonologist for the same. as you will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigations like chest x ray. Hope your questions were answered. Thanks.

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