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What Causes Bouts Of Coughing Along With Phlegm?

I am having bouts of coughing spells where I will cough up phlegm. Similar to the type / taste after having a cold - although I have not been sick, actually feeling better than i have in years. I started on the ViSalus 90 Day Challenge and am in my 65th day of the challenge taking 2 shakes a day, and taking their vitamins.
Tue, 26 Apr 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, we should rule out lung infection and bronchitis in your case because both of them can cause similar symptoms.
So better to consult pulmonologist and get done
1. Clinical examination of respiratory system
2. Chest x ray
3. 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 antibiotic, inhaled bronchodilator and inhaled corticosteroids (ICS).
Don't worry, you will be alright.
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 Bouts Of Coughing Along With Phlegm?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should rule out lung infection and bronchitis in your case because both of them can cause similar symptoms. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. Chest x ray 3. 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 antibiotic, inhaled bronchodilator and inhaled corticosteroids (ICS). Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.