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I am a 50 year old male with no history of serious illness. recently i have noticed a slight crackling sound in my lungs with normal inhale/exhale breathing. should i be concerned or is this normal?

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Most : Most definitely not normal. Could be due to nightime gastric reflux causing stomach acid to go into your lungs or something more serious. I would be especially concerned if you are a smoker. You need to see a doctor and be examined, probably have a chest xray done.

Answered 7/30/2018

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Not normal.: Should probably have this evaluated. If you do not have signs or symptoms of a viral infection / cold symptoms you may need a cxr.

Answered 7/30/2018

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