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What increases risk for hemoptysis?

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Tumors: Invading central airways (trachea and proximal bronchi) are prone to bleed. Anti-coagulants and anti-platelet drugs increase the risk. Coughing exacerbates the problem.

Answered 11/29/2012

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Dr. Michael Sanders answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

See below : The underlying disease and if you take blood thinners

Answered 5/6/2017

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