Foul-smelling sputum is an abnormal finding and most likely indicates
a. anaerobic infection. c. lung cancer.
b. poor oral hygiene. d. viral infection.
A
A small amount of sputum is normal in every individual. Sputum is normally light yellow or clear in color and odorless. Anaerobic infections produce foul-smelling sputum that is yellow or green in color. Lung cancer is associated with sputum that is rust or blood tinged. Viral infections can result in sputum that is white or clear mucoid.
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