I've been clearing my throat for about half an hour pretty rigorously, and now I've noticed a small spot of blood in my spit. There aren't any other issues, but it's got me a bit concerned. Could this be a problem?

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Yes that habbit would cause capillary bleed, avoid practicing that habbit,consume warm foods.

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I've been clearing my throat for about half an hour pretty rigorously, and now I've noticed a small spot of blood in my spit. There aren't any other issues, but it's got me a bit concerned. Could this be a problem?

Yes that habbit would cause capillary bleed, avoid practicing that habbit,consume warm foods.

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