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I've coughed up a couple small light yellow/green pieces of solid phlegm. the odor is awful. is this a sign of something very serious?
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Infection: I do not think it is Severely serious, but may be a sign of infection of course, so best to be evaluated, properly diagnosed and treated as required. Best wishes.
Answered 4/20/2016
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