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What does it mean when you spit up blood? it was thin and not thick that was coughed up.

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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Bronchitis is the : Most common cause of bloody sputum ( bloody mucus produced by a cough ).The most common cause of bronchitis is the common cold.If persists, get evaluated.

Answered 12/2/2017

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A member asked:

What does it mean when you spit up blood? it was thin and not thick that was coughed up.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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