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What does it mean when you cough up brown mucus?

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Infection: Infection is most likely but both bacterial and viral infections can cause brown mucus. If this has been persistent, see your doctor.

Answered 11/22/2017

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What does it mean when you cough up brown mucus?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

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