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TwitterSome degree of bowel mucus is absolutely normal and even necessary to keep the lining of the intestines and colon lubricated and promotes smooth movement of stool masses down the digestive tract. It’s when clear mucus in stool becomes excessive, it can signal about more serious underlying causes. Excessive bowel mucus is generally produced as [...]
Articles Tagged ‘black mucus’
Black Mucus – What Is It?
Normally the lining of the respiratory system organs is coated by a small amount of clear mucus that is necessary to keep all tissues moisturized and protected from dust, allergens and environmental toxins. As a response to a viral or bacterial infection, excessive mucus is being produced to trap and neutralize foreign particles. Respiratory system [...]
Top 10 Reasons for Coughing Up Phlegm
Below you will find top 10 reasons you might be coughing up phlegm: 1. Upper respiratory illness like cold or flu is one of the most common reasons for coughing up phlegm. Various viral and bacterial invaders irritate delicate nasal, bronchi and lung airways causing their swelling and accumulation of mucus that is needed to [...]
I Am Coughing Up Brown Mucus – Should I Be Concerned?
If you are coughing up brown mucus, you should definitely see a doctor since it might be dangerous. Coughing up phlegm is a sign of inflammation of the upper respiratory tract due to a cold, allergies, irritants or a more serious sinus, bronchi or lung infections. Our body produces a large amount of phlegm necessary [...]