HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Is Coughing Up Of Bloody Mucus Normal While Suffering With Pulmonary Embolism?

I have been diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism in my left lung 6 days ago. Onset of symptoms 6.5 days ago. I ve been prescribed xarelto 15 mg 2x a day. On day 3 I coughed out a blood chunk, did the same on day 4. Since then I ve had raspy breathing in left lung and cough out bloody mucus. Is this normal and how long will it last? And what can I do, activity, should I go to work, school live my normal life? I am a 52 yo male, non smoker, not obese not over weight, in good shape, no recent surgeries, no recent injuries, I don t live a sedentary lifestyle. The Drs. Are stumped. What could the cause be? What tests should I ask for? Thank you for your time.
Mon, 25 Apr 2016
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi.

It is normal for the blood in mucus to appear, but your resistance and energy levels might be a little reduced as compared to how they usually are. If you can go about your daily regimen without facing any trouble, and if your routine is not laborious, then it shouldn't be a problem. A repeat chest X-ray, lung perfusion testing and CT scan should help assess the current status.

Best wishes.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Is Coughing Up Of Bloody Mucus Normal While Suffering With Pulmonary Embolism?

Hi. It is normal for the blood in mucus to appear, but your resistance and energy levels might be a little reduced as compared to how they usually are. If you can go about your daily regimen without facing any trouble, and if your routine is not laborious, then it shouldn t be a problem. A repeat chest X-ray, lung perfusion testing and CT scan should help assess the current status. Best wishes.