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Was coughing hard and coughed up something looks like a thick bent in half elbow noodle ? what does lung mucus plugs look like ? could it be that or ??
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Yes: Mucus plugs may be associated with an inflamed airway. Infection should be ruled out and if you have asthma, this sometimes occurs. If so, your asthma medications may need to be adjusted.
Answered 11/11/2019
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