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What Causes Intermittent Blood In Sputum While Coughing?
Question: we spoted blood in saliva of my wife...There is no other symptoms. .it is not constant however as and when she try to spit cough we spot blood in it. Kindly advice what could be the possible reason and which Dr we should approach for investigation if require.
Brief Answer:
Consult with ENT Specialist
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I have gone through your query; and suggest you that your wife should consult with ENT specialist to rule out the cause of spotted blood in saliva by examining oral cavity, pharynx, larynx and nose.
For this your wife may go for anterior rhinoscopy, posterior rhinoscopy, nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy and X Ray chest if needed.
If your wife is suffering from the common cold then pharyngitis may be the cause.
Thanks
Consult with ENT Specialist
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,
I have gone through your query; and suggest you that your wife should consult with ENT specialist to rule out the cause of spotted blood in saliva by examining oral cavity, pharynx, larynx and nose.
For this your wife may go for anterior rhinoscopy, posterior rhinoscopy, nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy and X Ray chest if needed.
If your wife is suffering from the common cold then pharyngitis may be the cause.
Thanks
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