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I have been diagnosed with nasal polyps. the past few months, when i wake up in the morning and i clear my throat, my post nasal drip is sometimes dark brown. today i woke up and it was bright red blood. should i be concerned?

Q: i have been diagnosed with nasal polyps. the past few months, when i wake up in the morning and i clear my throat, my post nasal drip is sometimes dark brown. today i woke up and it was bright red blood. should i be concerned?

: You should speak with your ENT doctor about this. Coughing up Blood is not normal.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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You should speak with your ENT doctor about this. Coughing up Blood is not normal.

Answered 5/2/2023

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A member asked:

I have been diagnosed with nasal polyps. the past few months, when i wake up in the morning and i clear my throat, my post nasal drip is sometimes dark brown. today i woke up and it was bright red blood. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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