21st February 2025

A 52-year-old man presents to his GP with several episodes of haemoptysis over the past week, not associated with any other symptoms.

A 52-year-old man presents to his GP with several episodes of haemoptysis over the past week, not associated with any other symptoms. He has a past medical history of hypothyroidism and osteoarthritis. He is a lifelong non-smoker and does not drink alcohol. Examination of the chest is normal. 

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