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What Causes Coughing Up Of Red Mucus?

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Posted on Fri, 7 Apr 2017
Question: i am coughing up reddish brown mucus in the morning then it just turns to yellowish color but i am also lossing my vioce for about a week
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Possibility of bronchitis is more.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of bronchitis is more.
Reddish Brown, yellow colored phlegm is suggestive of infection more.
So along with prednisone and inhaler, you should also start broad spectrum antibiotic like levofloxacin or azithromycin once a day.
Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day.
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 Coughing Up Of Red Mucus?

Brief Answer: Possibility of bronchitis is more. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of bronchitis is more. Reddish Brown, yellow colored phlegm is suggestive of infection more. So along with prednisone and inhaler, you should also start broad spectrum antibiotic like levofloxacin or azithromycin once a day. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4-5 times a day. 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.