I'm really curious about something. I quit smoking in February, and since then, whenever I clear my throat with a lot of effort, I notice dark particles in my phlegm. I'm not coughing and don't have any other symptoms, but this has me a bit concerned. Could this be something to worry about, or is it a normal part of the process after quitting smoking?

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take tablet mucinac for 5 days

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