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Black strands in Phlegm
I have been getting Black hair(streaks) like substance in my phlegm.
Also I have been experiencing mild chest discomfort too. What could it be?
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Dr. Ganesh Patel
Pulmonologist
4 yrs exp
Raigarh
I understand your concern but your problem needs detailed elaboration
you can consult online with a pulmonologist
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Dr. Aditya Parihar
Pulmonologist
22 yrs exp
Nagpur
Hi noted above history
As you mentioned above symptoms is definitely not normal
Needs symptoms evaluation and history analysis in details
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Open personal consult for proper evaluation investigation and treatment
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Dr. Santosh Jha
Pulmonologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
consult a Pulmonologist online..do not ignore symptoms,can be pneumonia or bronchitis!
get a chest xray done!
take care!
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