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TwitterWhile a persistent cough can be annoying and inconvenient, it’s important to remember that coughing is usually a good thing. This is especially true if you are showing signs and symptoms of bronchitis. Some of these symptoms are a constant cough, pain below the breast bone and coughing up green phlegm. When you are trying [...]
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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 [...]
I Am Coughing up Green Phlegm – What Should I Do?
Coughing up green phlegm is a sure sign of a bacterial infection in the bronchi or lungs, but it could also indicate post nasal drip caused by a sinus infection. In case of a viral infection or allergic irritation of upper respiratory organs, you are more likely to experience clear mucus. Excessive mucus production is [...]
5 Reasons Why You May Be Coughing Up Yellow Mucus
Phlegm is mucous gel-like substance expectorated from the upper and lower respiratory tract organs that usually accompanies viral and bacterial inflammatory processes. The color of phlegm could be a major clue in determining a correct diagnosis for your doctor. Clear mucus is usually not an alarming sign and could simply signal mild irritation due to [...]
Color of Phlegm – What Can It Tell You?
Phlegm or respiratory system mucus is a gel like substance produced by upper and lower respiratory system organs in response to various types of irritants in the form of allergens, viruses, bacteria, environmental toxins and pollution. The purpose of the phlegm is to lubricate the respiratory organs and passages and to quickly neutralize the foreign [...]