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Describing Cough
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| sputum | mucus from lungs expectorated through the mouth |
| phlegm | mucus from lungs not contaminated by oral secretions |
| purulent | pus in sputum |
| mucoid | clear, thick sputum |
| fetid | foul smelling sputum |