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A member asked:
I have been spitting up real dark thick black mucus that looks like black tar also a grayish mucus with black specks through it it's very thick what could be going on i do have tumors in my neck that are closing my airway and often choke?
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What you described is consistent with bleeding in the airways. Given your other symptoms, it is imperative that you see your doctor for evaluation and treatment. Wish you good health!
Answered 12/10/2022
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