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Ever since an upper endoscopy last month i've been coughing up mucus. is that normal?

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Dr. Jason Hemming answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

No: But not sure how it can related to the endoscopy unless an aspiration event occurred. Discuss further with your pcp.

Answered 3/28/2013

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