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I have heavy continuos mucus diagnosed as copd i haveve never smoked but had sinus problems?

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Dr. Su Fairchild answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

NAC: Consider n acetyl cysteine 600 mg twice daily. Consider trial of dairy free.

Answered 12/2/2012

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Dr. Michael Rothman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Fungal infection?: Chronic sinus infections are very commonly caused by fungus in the sinuses another consideration is excessive parasympathetic tone increasing secretions. Any other symptoms.

Answered 12/3/2012

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I have heavy continuos mucus diagnosed as copd i haveve never smoked but had sinus problems?

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