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What to do about coughing up blood?
I have been taking Arikcase for 4 months. Today I am coughing up small amounts of blood. should I suspend my use of Arikcase?
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Hello! Welcome to the site. Below is information on common side effects: https://www.arikayce.com/what-to-expect/ Small amounts are probably not a problem. I suggest that you review the a link above and contact your doctor to discuss your plan re: exact points to put your treatment on hold.
I am not on arikayce, but sometimes cough up small amounts of blood. My pulmo is not concerned about this. It is usually after my induced coughing from The Vest
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