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What Causes Frothy Sputum?
I am worried i produce frothy sputum. I currently don t cough. I took levofloxacin for five days no change. It began however with bloody mucoid sputum but now is frothy and is relatively much. By impression what could this be. What is the probable diagnosis
Sat, 15 Dec 2018
Hi,
Based on the appearance of sputum, it is difficult to predict what could be the underlying cause.
Kindly get your sputum examination done. That would reveal what could be the cause.
Kindly consult Physician with the report for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
Based on the appearance of sputum, it is difficult to predict what could be the underlying cause.
Kindly get your sputum examination done. That would reveal what could be the cause.
Kindly consult Physician with the report for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashakiran S,
General & Family Physician
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