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I am coughing up black phlegm. i am a non smoker. what can it be?
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U: Probably have an upper respiratory infection. If the color is white most probably is a viral infection, if it yellow or green u may need antibiotics so see a doctor. Same thing if it lasts long time, see your physician.
Answered 6/5/2016
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