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I was diagnosed with bronchitis, i've blown snot that was a thick as toothpaste! and now i'm hacking up large amounts of phlegm is it a good thing?

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Dr. John Leander Po answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Definitely good: Your are getting rid of that junk filled with bacteria that is causing your diagnosis. Continue having that productive cough and expel that nasty phlegm!

Dr Davantzis and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/10/2014

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Yes: Yes, the phlegm getting out of your lungs is important to clearing up your bronchitis.

Dr Juchau and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/10/2016

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with bronchitis, i've blown snot that was a thick as toothpaste! and now i'm hacking up large amounts of phlegm is it a good thing?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Leander Po answered

Dr Davantzis and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Dr Juchau and 3 doctors agreed

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