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Past smoker for 25 yrs. non smoker for 9 yrs. coughing up phlegm with blood and black stuff in the morning have tumors in right lung and acid reflux ?

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CT scan: and oncology evaluation. You should have your sputum tested for infection ( culture) and cytology. You need to have your tumors checked and evaluated regularly. Are you taking any mediciation for reflux?- Check with your physician-ASAP.

Answered 7/19/2020

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See your doctor!: Your symptoms require an evaluation ASAP by your physician to determine further testing and plan of care.

Answered 12/10/2016

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Dr. Le Wang answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Hemoptysis : Given your history of smoking and age, I would refer you to see pulmonologist for evaluation, CT and/or bronchoscopy as indicated per initial evaluation.

Answered 7/19/2020

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