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Can you explain if it's possible to get sick when you swallow phlegm?
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Rarely: Phlegm goes to your stomach, some get absorbed and then eventually excreted when you have a bowel movement. It can irritate your stomach though, especially if it's large amounts.
Answered 12/13/2014
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