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Causes of white phlegm. i'm 26 years old, had viral bronchitis 2 months ago and still have congestion on and off with white phlegm. copd? i do smoke

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Dr. Ayisha Gani answered

Smokers cough: Persistent cough may be because of underlying asthma, copd, continued exposure to smoking or environmental allergies. Call our consult line might be able to help

Answered 7/4/2016

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A member asked:

Causes of white phlegm. i'm 26 years old, had viral bronchitis 2 months ago and still have congestion on and off with white phlegm. copd? i do smoke

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ayisha Gani answered

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