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Ear nose throat
I have been spitting black mucus recently from two weeks i dont smoke but i live in new delhi i have also some short breathing sometimes i am taking montek lc as i have faced this problem in the past also dut to allergy but that time no black mucus occured what should i do
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Dr. Vinay S Bhat
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Black mucous can occur secondary to pollution, smoking, fungal infection and sometimes even because of bacterial infection. Sometimes even some medicines can be responsible. You need to consult nearby pulmonologist for confirmation of diagnosis
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Consult nearby pulmonologist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required
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