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6. What Pink or Red Phlegm Means

Phlegm that is pink or red is that color due to blood in the mucus. It is a sign of a very serious condition and one you need to see a doctor about immediately. The common causes of pink or red phlegm are:

  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Tuberculosis
  • Lung cancer

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