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Dry cough and black specks in phlegm
I have started seeing black specks in my phlegm every morning and experiencing dry cough since 2 months. I used to smoke but I haven't from the past 3 weeks or so. I am taking cough syrup right now and have also taken a week of antibiotics suggested by a doctor. I don't have time to go to a doctor. Please suggest what can be done?
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Blackish sputum is normal once you quit smoking. It will continue to come for may be for 2 months. It is a tar which is being cleared out from your lungs and it is a good sign during recovery from smoking withdrawal
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