I've been noticing that I'm coughing up black mucus in the mornings, and I'm really concerned. I don't smoke or use any tobacco products, so I'm not sure what's going on. It's been happening for about a week now. Could you help me figure out what's causing this?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Coughing up black mucus in the morning, without smoking or tobacco use, can be concerning. Possible causes include:

Environmental factors:

Air pollution exposure

Dust or particulate matter inhalation Infections:

Bronchitis

Pneumonia Other conditions:

Fungal infections (e.g., aspergillosis)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Consult a doctor, preferably a pulmonologist or primary care physician, for a proper evaluation. They may recommend:

Physical examination Chest X-ray or CT scan Blood tests Sputum analysis

In the meantime:

Stay hydrated Use a humidifier Avoid exposure to pollutants

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