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I have noticed slice of blood in my saliva when i spit. and i also feel slight pain in my chest region. what do i do?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Get checked: Suggests you may have a chest/lung process going on and may need an xray, but definitely should get physical exam to determine source of symptoms.

Answered 4/5/2014

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A member asked:

I have noticed slice of blood in my saliva when i spit. and i also feel slight pain in my chest region. what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

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