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I Coughed Up A Chalky White Subtance Tinged With Blood
Question: I coughed up a chalky white subtance tinged with blood about the size of a pea. It was solid but soft in texture. I have not had this occur previously in my lifetime. I have no other associated symptoms. What could this be?
Brief Answer:
This is thick phlegm and is nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service,
I carefully read your query and understand your concern.
The chalky white substance you coughed up is just thick phlegm and is nothing to worry about. Sometimes, when we clear the throat thicker phlegm that was staying there for a while may get detached and in some cases be even blood stinged.
As long as you do not cough up more phlegm or blood you need not worry. If you notice you have more phlegm coming up or you see more blood with your phlegm or you have any fever, chest pain or shortness of breath, it is best to have a check with your doctor.
Meanwhile, you need to keep yourself hydrated (drink well).
I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
This is thick phlegm and is nothing to worry about
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service,
I carefully read your query and understand your concern.
The chalky white substance you coughed up is just thick phlegm and is nothing to worry about. Sometimes, when we clear the throat thicker phlegm that was staying there for a while may get detached and in some cases be even blood stinged.
As long as you do not cough up more phlegm or blood you need not worry. If you notice you have more phlegm coming up or you see more blood with your phlegm or you have any fever, chest pain or shortness of breath, it is best to have a check with your doctor.
Meanwhile, you need to keep yourself hydrated (drink well).
I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
Brief Answer:
It is a pleasure to assist you
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome back,
It is my pleasure to assist you.
Yes, it is nothing to worry about, especially because this is a single episode. If you notice an increase in the secretions you bring up or if you notice blood again or there are any new symptoms developing, it may still be a self-limiting condition such as a virus or sinusitis but it is best to have a check with your doctor to make sure.
I wish you good health and take care
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
It is a pleasure to assist you
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome back,
It is my pleasure to assist you.
Yes, it is nothing to worry about, especially because this is a single episode. If you notice an increase in the secretions you bring up or if you notice blood again or there are any new symptoms developing, it may still be a self-limiting condition such as a virus or sinusitis but it is best to have a check with your doctor to make sure.
I wish you good health and take care
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Thanks so much. I feel better that it is nothing to worry about.
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