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I quit smoking, developed a bronchitis type cough and coughed up a small amount of bright red blood should just once should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Depends: Congratulations on stopping smoking. Although bronchitis can cause bleeding other causes may need to be considered. If you are having persistent cough and bleeding an evaluation by your doctor or at an urgent care is considered. Good luck

Dr Amico Jr and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/28/2015

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A member asked:

I quit smoking, developed a bronchitis type cough and coughed up a small amount of bright red blood should just once should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

Dr Amico Jr and 2 doctors agreed

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