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TwitterAs parents it can be nerve racking when our children are sick. It’s good to know the signs and symptoms of bronchitis to be looking out for. Bronchitis can be dangerous for children, as well as the elderly. If you are aware of the signs and symptoms of bronchitis, you can be proactive in your [...]
Articles Tagged ‘throat 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 5 Diseases Causing Bloody Phlegm
Bloody phlegm is a very dangerous symptom that should be evaluated by your doctor as soon as possible to start you on a treatment program and prevent serious health complications. In many cases the color of phlegm combined with persistent cough symptoms provide your health practitioner with important clues necessary to pin point the culprit [...]
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 [...]