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If your phlegm is kinda greenish in it is it a cold or turning into a infection ?
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Although it is not: absolute, green phlegm is usually indicative of a bacterial infection.
Answered 11/29/2017
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Xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sugar and breaks up biofilm in the body. That's where germs mulitply. It is found in a nasal spray called xlear (pronounced "clear") and in chewing gum called spry. Pleasant tasting too! Continue to see your doc.
Answered 3/22/2020
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