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Would Ingesting Phlegm Cause Malignant Melanoma?
My aunt who was 80 yrs of age sufferred from melignant melinoma. She used to have problem with breathing, so we had a home nurse who uses a pump to suck out the phlegm from her lungs.
The day before the death of my aunt, a suction was performed as she had problem breathing. This was done before taking her to the hospital. The remains (phlegm) that was sucked out was collected in a bottle for disposal and ept aside.
My brother who is 29 yrs of age happened to drink this water unknowingly. My question is whether he would get this disease? kindly reply.
The day before the death of my aunt, a suction was performed as she had problem breathing. This was done before taking her to the hospital. The remains (phlegm) that was sucked out was collected in a bottle for disposal and ept aside.
My brother who is 29 yrs of age happened to drink this water unknowingly. My question is whether he would get this disease? kindly reply.
Fri, 27 Dec 2019
Hello,
No, it's not possible to get this disease by simply ingesting the sputum. However, he can encounter other illnesses due to bacteria or viruses present in the phlegm of your grandmother.
I suggest you seek medical help in this case.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr SAMEEN BIN NAEEM, General & Family Physician
No, it's not possible to get this disease by simply ingesting the sputum. However, he can encounter other illnesses due to bacteria or viruses present in the phlegm of your grandmother.
I suggest you seek medical help in this case.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr SAMEEN BIN NAEEM, General & Family Physician
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