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Sputum has foul smell. not coughing otherwise, no cold, no fever. do have sinus allergies at certain times of year. ?
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Several possibles: There are several possibilities for bad odors. First, are you certain it's your sputum that has the odor. I'd ramp up my oral hygiene including flossing, gargle to loosen any food particles stuck in throat, use a Neti Pot to rinse your sinuses daily, and see if these improve things in the next 2 weeks. No smoking or tobacco products. Breath mints ok as long as sugarless (less bacterial growth).
Answered 10/24/2017
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