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Bad cold/mild fvr a few days ago, now just really snotty/no fvr but coughing up small amts of blood w/mucus. feel fine otherwise. is this normal?

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Dr. Saul Hymes answered

May be a problem: You should consult with your physician or if you do not have one, go to an er. While coughing up blood (hemoptysis) can be seen after extreme fits of coughing, your current symptoms don't seem to fit that. And there are a number of concerning things that can present this way including tb.

Answered 6/15/2021

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A member asked:

Bad cold/mild fvr a few days ago, now just really snotty/no fvr but coughing up small amts of blood w/mucus. feel fine otherwise. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Saul Hymes answered

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