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Is It Normal For Nasal Mucus To Have Some Amount Of Dried Blood?
Question: Hi, I've noticed recently that my mucus has different shades of sometimes white, green, and yellow. The other day there was also some dry yellow mucus with see dry blood. I don't have any cold symptoms or anything like that and so I was wondering if this was a normal occurance ð
Brief Answer:
Possible mild viral infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As per your symptoms, the possibility of a mild upper respiratory tract infection predominantly viral in origin.
It should subside on it's own gradually.
Nothing to worry much.
In case if symptoms are prolonged and associated with fever, oral antibiotics may be required.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you
Possible mild viral infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As per your symptoms, the possibility of a mild upper respiratory tract infection predominantly viral in origin.
It should subside on it's own gradually.
Nothing to worry much.
In case if symptoms are prolonged and associated with fever, oral antibiotics may be required.
Post your further questions if any.
Thank you
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