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A 33-year-old male asked:

33/m, non-smoker. clear cxr. lung sounds clear. no coughing, but have postnasal drip. cleared throat (no cough)spit yellow/brown phlegm. lung cancer?

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Dr. Richard Romano
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Internal Medicine 11 years experience
Sputum : This is possibly rhinitis ( inflammation of the inside of the nose) or sinus infection. This is not consistent with lung cancer. Speak to your doctor for an answer most specific to your health
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 38 years experience
Nasal sample: Provide a sample in your physician’s office. Nasal saline rinses and avoid smoke,dust,mold and pollen. Consider allergy testing. Treatment may include a course of antibiotics.
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