Charles W. asked
I have been experiencing a metallic taste in my mouth and occasional blood in my sputum for the past 6 weeks. I have seen an ENT doctor and a dentist, both of whom found nothing abnormal. I have also had an EGD and a chest X-ray, which showed no issues. I am taking omeprazole and Allegra, and I do not have a chronic cough. I am worried about lung cancer, especially since I have a gene mutation (APC) that increases cancer risk. What could be causing this blood in my sputum, and how can you be sure it's not lung cancer?
March 26th, 2024
Scott W. answered
The blood in your sputum is most likely not due to lung cancer. It is more likely caused by a small ...
March 26th, 2024
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