Question 1

whats it mean when u cough up white mucus?

Accepted Answer

Cough: It means there's some irritation.  Need to figure out where it is and what's causing it.  If you're a febrile you likely don't need to worry.  If it persists, see your doctor.

Question 2

aspergillosis, cough up white mucus in water with sack that grows white furry cocoons. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lung doctor: So have you been diagnosed with aspergillosis already or you think  you have it based on your symptoms?
At any rate, you need to get it checked. See your doctor first, they may recommend a pulmonologist.

Question 3

aspergillosis, cough up white mucus in water with sack that grows white furry coccoons. could it be that?

Accepted Answer

Cough: This really needs to be checked by a doctor and doubt it is aspergillosis. Whatever you cough out, show it to your doctor and get treated.

Question 4

well when i cough i hear a rattle in my chest and i'm coughing up white flem what does that mean i'm taking pills for it. ?

Accepted Answer

You are fine: This phlegm is excess secretions in your bronchial tree and your body is getting rid of it, you are taking a medicine to help expel it or to fight infection, best wishes

Question 5

almost 2 weeks in my 13 year old that she has had bad cough. she is coughing up white or clear mucous and has long coughs not short coughs long coughs?

Accepted Answer

Poss. allergic type: Depending on the time of year, exposure to allergens etc. Doubt infectious nature without fever sob and other symptoms.

Question 6

what does it mean when you're coughing up yellow phlegm and then you cough up white phlegm?

Accepted Answer

The desription of: Phlegm points to infection when yellow, orange or blood tinged, and clear can mean you have cleared a mucus plug. But these are primitive. Allergy, cold and bronchitis can do this, as well as pneumonia...Or cancer. Persistent productive cought needs to be evaluated.

Question 7

every morning i cough up white frothy foam.  i am asthmatic, dors this have anything to do with my asthma?  i have not used my albuteral for awhile.

Accepted Answer

Possibly: If this has been going on for a while, see your doctor for an evaluation.  It could be asthma related, but also may be due to allergies, infection leading to bronchitis or other lung issues.

Question 8

for the last 4 weeks i've had a dry cough. two weeks ago, i started coughing up white mucus, and last week i started coughing so hard i would vomit.

Accepted Answer

Mgt: I would recommend that you see your PCP. Some possible causes include bronchitis, pneumonia and reactivity of the airway. Please avoid smoke exposure, stay well hydrated and monitor your temperature.

Question 9

thank you. my 18 month old has a harsh wet cough for 4-5 days. this evening it made her vomit+++, now coughing up white foam, no temp. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Allergies or a virus: This could just viral upper respiratory infection. If she looks happy do not worry but she looks sick or difficult time in breathing she needs to be seen..you may want to use a cool mist vaporizer..If she looks ill and continues to cough take her in

Question 10

have persistent cough for 7 days. fever for 4. coughed up white foamy bubbles this morning firing bad fit. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

URI vs. pneumonia: It means it is time to see a doctor and get evaluated thoroughly. Please go either to your PCP, an urgent care center or an ER. Do not delay. Hope you get treated and are better soon.

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Whats it mean when u cough up white mucus?

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Aspergillosis, cough up white mucus in water with sack that grows white furry cocoons. what could it be?

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Aspergillosis, cough up white mucus in water with sack that grows white furry coccoons. could it be that?

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Well when i cough i hear a rattle in my chest and i'm coughing up white flem what does that mean i'm taking pills for it. ?

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Almost 2 weeks in my 13 year old that she has had bad cough. she is coughing up white or clear mucous and has long coughs not short coughs long coughs?

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What does it mean when you're coughing up yellow phlegm and then you cough up white phlegm?

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Every morning i cough up white frothy foam. i am asthmatic, dors this have anything to do with my asthma? i have not used my albuteral for awhile.

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For the last 4 weeks i've had a dry cough. two weeks ago, i started coughing up white mucus, and last week i started coughing so hard i would vomit.

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Thank you. my 18 month old has a harsh wet cough for 4-5 days. this evening it made her vomit+++, now coughing up white foam, no temp. should i be concerned?

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Have persistent cough for 7 days. fever for 4. coughed up white foamy bubbles this morning firing bad fit. what does this mean?

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