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Can swallowing coffee grounds over a period of time cause lung problems? havwe not been using a coffee filter in my drip coffee machine for years.

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Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

Unlikely: If you do not have a swallowing disorder the coffee ground are going to your stomach and not your lungs.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Can swallowing coffee grounds over a period of time cause lung problems? havwe not been using a coffee filter in my drip coffee machine for years.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

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