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What is coughing up balls of clear stuff from lungs mean?
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Possibilities.....: Coughing up clear sputum has many possible etiologies. This could be from inflammation in the lungs related to asthma, copd, chronic bronchitis, etc. Since it is clear, infection is less likely. If you smoke, you need to quit to decrease inflammation in your lungs. You need to see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 4/28/2021
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