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Heavy phlegm comes out when i cough. does this mean that i have poor lung health?

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Not necessarily: Sputum production can come from postnasal dripwhich normally results from allergies. Also, some patients with sputum have gastroesophageal reflux disease. From a pulmonary standpoint, many patients with a variety of respiratory disorders complain of sputum production. To be sure what's causing the sputum, i would recommend a full history by a physician.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Possibly: Could be bronchitis, or could be pneumonia ... Or could be bronchiectasis resulting from either ... Consult with your doctor for lung exam and chest x-ray, possibly also ct scan ...

Answered 3/26/2013

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