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Woke up this morning with dark-like yellow mucus expelled from mouth, without cough. is this from sinus or is it something else? please help.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Mucus: The yellow mucus could be a result of post nasal drip eminating from your sinuses. Consult your doctor for help.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 5/2/2018

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