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What Causes Severe Cough With Blood In Phlegm?

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Posted on Tue, 23 May 2017
Question: I have had a bad cough for a week now. Today I noticed some blood in my phelm. What may this mean. My cough can become violent. IThe rest of me feels ok. XXXXXXX XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You may have lung infection or bronchitis.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
You are having hemoptysis (blood in sputum). And this is seen commonly with lung infection and bronchitis.
Both of them can also cause violent coughing.
So you should definitely consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).
Chest x ray is needed to rule out lung infection.
PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis.
You may need inhaled bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroid and antibiotics on the basis of diagnosis.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Severe Cough With Blood In Phlegm?

Brief Answer: You may have lung infection or bronchitis. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are having hemoptysis (blood in sputum). And this is seen commonly with lung infection and bronchitis. Both of them can also cause violent coughing. So you should definitely consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). Chest x ray is needed to rule out lung infection. PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. You may need inhaled bronchodilators, inhaled corticosteroid and antibiotics on the basis of diagnosis. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.