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What do little pieces of blood in my flem mean?

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Hemoptysis: Coughing up small amounts of blood can occur when it is dry out, and blood is seen in your post nasal drip. If it persists longer than a week or so, see your doctor.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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