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I'm a non smoker coughing up phlegm every day, why?
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Post nasal drainage: Most common cause is chronic postnasal drainage from allergies or sinusitis. Also, chronic reflux disease could result in increased mucus production/sensation in throat.
Answered 10/2/2016
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