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Ive been hacking up phlem woth spots in it n feels like a lump is in my throat?

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Dr. William Schmidt answered

There is only phlegm: no lump but only phlegm. I suggest you speak with your family doctor

Answered 10/17/2014

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A member asked:

Ive been hacking up phlem woth spots in it n feels like a lump is in my throat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Schmidt answered

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