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Coughing Up Specks Of Blood In Mucus
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I have been having a cough for more than a month now I sometimes get mucus, I also get the taste of blood what might it be?
A month of ...: ...persistent cough is something that should be looked in to. Most often this is due to your airways being inflamed when they were fighting a virus. Sometimes this reactivity of your airways after an infection is the first sign you have asthma. The bit of blood may be a little blood vessel trauma from forceful coughing. It is time to see your doctor for an evaluation. Hope this helps; take care:) ...Read more
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Mucus (Definition)
Like material that functions to moisten and protect inner body surfaces. The viscous slippery substance that consists chiefly of mucin, water, cells, and inorganic salts and that is secreted as a protective lubricant coating by the cells and glands of the mucous membranes. The free slime of the mucous membranes, composed of secretion of the glands, various salts, ...Read more
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Why does it be blood in your mucus sometimes when you cough it up?
Cough: Inflammation of the respiratory tract is a common cause. Most likely bronchitis. Best to see a physician or schedule a virtual consult for help ...Read more
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I have a huge cough and I just couched up something like mucus but was not it it didn't feel the same. Is it skin because it had blood in. Am I ok?
Cough: See your doctor for an exam and a CXR. You likely coughed up a mucus plug with blood. You need a CXR. All the best. ...Read more
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If blood is coming up with my mucus when i cough what ahould i do?
See your doctor: You need to have an evaluation by your doctor to find out what's going on. ...Read more
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What does it mean when you cough and it taste like blood but there's not any but green mucus?
You Are Ill: You are ill. You have a cough and you are producing purulent sputum. You need to be seen by your physician urgently. That is what this means. ...Read more
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I have a bad flu and cold for a week, and now i had a cough. It was horrible because after 5 days of coughing i found blood in the mucus 3 days, ?
See your doctor: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person. He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it. ...Read more
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What can it be when you cough blood in mucus?
From 0 to 60----: It could be nothing OR it could be something. If you have risk factors for any type of lung cancer such as smoking, or inhalation of second hand smoke from those around you, work, etc. then, this could be important. You should capture some mucus in a sterile jar 3 times and see if you can find any more blood and take that in to your doctor for analysis. Chest X-ray to be done as well. ...Read more
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Why do I have little bit of blood when i cough out mucus?
Not unusual: It is not unusual to sometimes get a bit of blood in mucus when you cough forceful or clear your throat repeatedly. Stay hydrated to thin mucus and reduce the need to cough or clear throat as much. If you are getting a teaspoon or more of blood/ bloody mucus when you cough or clear your throat, you should see you primary doctor promptly. ...Read more
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I m getting little blood in mucus at tyms not always usually night time from last 7 days . I have no cough no pain . Is it dangerous?
Not likely: This is likely a low grade viral infection such as bronchitis or flu ...Read more
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I coughed in the morning and had some blood in the mucus. Have not had any more the rest of the day. I have congestion and a cough. I don't smoke. ?
See your doctor: Coughing blood should always be checked. It could be from bronchitis, bleeding gums, or other more serious issues. ...Read more
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Cough (Definition)
Coughing is an important way to keep your throat and airways clear. However, excessive coughing may mean you have an underlying disease or disorder. Some coughs are dry, while others are considered productive. A productive cough is one ...Read more
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