Encyclopedia: Sputum
Sputum is matter that is expectorated from the respiratory tract, such as mucus or phlegm, mixed with saliva, which can then be spat from the mouth. It is usually associated with air passages in diseased lungs, bronchi, or upper respiratory tract. A sputum sample is the name given to the mucus that is coughed up from the lower airways. It is usually used for microbiological investigations of respiratory infections. The...
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What are some tips on getting sputum out?
I have to donate sputum samples to my nurse, but the problem is that i...
I have to donate sputum samples to my nurse, but the problem is that i...
plug your nose and take a deep breath as deep as you can and when you can't breathe in anymore blow it all out as fast and long as you...
Asked by BMW M5 - 14 months ago
How to reduce the sputum in our body?
Because of excess amount of sputum every morning i have throat pain. My sound also...
Because of excess amount of sputum every morning i have throat pain. My sound also...
Cut back on dairy products.. they produce a lot of mucous.
Asked by tellmeknow - 16 months ago
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