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I am coughing up firm tiny balls of phlegm. is this anything to be concerned about?
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Yes: Causes of cough are many. Could be infectious, chronic or due to air pollution, allergies. Need to have to get a check-up, labs and full work up. A cough is not seen if you are healthy.
Answered 9/9/2019
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