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Do people with pulmonary fibrosis cough up blood sometimes?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not usually...: Hemoptysis, coughing blood, is a serious symptom that always requires evaluation. The most common etiology is bronchitis but it can also indicate the presence of malignancy. Uncomplicated pulmonary fibrosis does not usually result in hemoptysis. Get evaluated by your doctor.

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Answered 4/5/2019

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