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Thick sputum

2019-11-16 20:28:08
I keep getting thick sputum and got blood spots in it some time back. I did my sputum culture tests and it says positive gram cocci in pairs, what does that indicate...
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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation like chest x ray. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest

Answered2019-11-17 04:57:42

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