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Answered by Dr. Anuradha Natarajan

I feel shortness of breath and chest heaviness on climbing few stairs. Please advise.

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.The round, grey material you noticed after sneezing is most likely thickened nasal mucus. During allergies, sinus congestion, mild infection, or dehydration, nasal secretions can become dense and may appear as a small lump when expelled forcefully. This is a common and benign finding and does not represent tissue from the lungs or heart.

February 2, 2026

What are the possible causes of infectious mononucleosis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Have you started the medicines? Yes, infectious mononucleosis can last for two months. Please get yourself tested for tuberculosis with a QuantiFERON Gold test as soon as possible.I hope this information will help you.

November 6, 2023

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