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What Does It Mean When Coughing Up Yellow Pus ?

What does it mean when coughing up yellow puss, not phlegm , but yellow puss like infection?
Wed, 11 Apr 2012
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The pus could be either a post nasal discharge or collection from the chest. It is better to consult a good physician for a complete evaluation of the nose and the chest. Also, you need to get a culture and sensitivity done for the pus and chest x-ray/ telescopic laryngoscopy, if required.

Wish you good health.

Regards
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What Does It Mean When Coughing Up Yellow Pus ?

Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum The pus could be either a post nasal discharge or collection from the chest. It is better to consult a good physician for a complete evaluation of the nose and the chest. Also, you need to get a culture and sensitivity done for the pus and chest x-ray/ telescopic laryngoscopy, if required. Wish you good health. Regards