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Could you tell me what happens if you swollow mucus you cough up from pneumonia?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

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Nothing: Swallowing the mucous you cough up will not cause you any harm.

Dr Martin agreed

Answered 8/31/2013

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A member asked:

Could you tell me what happens if you swollow mucus you cough up from pneumonia?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Ein answered

Dr Martin agreed

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