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If you cough green what does it mean?
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Inflammation....: Green sputum, especially if acute onset, can be indicative of an infection like bronchitis or pneumonia. It can also be present with underlying inflammation of a non-infectious etiology. If it persists, see your doctor for evaluation, including a sputum culture, and treatment.
Answered 10/10/2013
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