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What does it mean if you spit up blood with mucus but your nose isn't bleeding?

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Dr. William Lewis answered

Other causes: The bleeding may come from another source, such as the mouth, tongue, oral cavity, throat, esophagus, or lungs. Best to see an otolaryngologist to determine the cause of the bleeding.

Answered 4/14/2019

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A member asked:

What does it mean if you spit up blood with mucus but your nose isn't bleeding?

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Dr. William Lewis answered

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