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Prolonged sputum in chest

2019-07-16 07:10:23
I have prolonged sputum, I use to smoke cigarettes. It's not affecting me in anyways actively. but I'm afraid of the prolonged sputum.
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You might be having COPD . You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest

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Stop smoking, it is because of smoking induced inflammation in your lungs

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Hi You need further investigations. Consult your pulmonologist in person.

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