Question 1

been having dry mouth when waking up, stuffy nose and mucus that doesnt seem to go away. its been almost over a month, coughing up chunky phlegm sometimes and i feel relieved. my voice gets hoarse though out the day. been taking benalyn and it help?

Accepted Answer

: Dry mouth is probably from mouth breathing when sleeping. You sound dehydrated. Drink at least two quarts of clear fluids a day. Sounds like you have exposure to allergens or airway irritants. DC smoking and alcohol. No throat clearing, Suck on lozenges to stimulate salivary glands. You may have acid reflux disease. Could try Prilosec and eating habit modifications

Question 2

i have been coughing up yellow green chunky  phlegm for over a week. my chest is heaving and hurts. also my stomach and back hurt when breathing deep?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: A cough that's not getting better should be evaluated by a primary care doctor, to see if there is an infection (viral, bacterial, mycoplasma, etc...), an allergy problem (various medications are helpful), an asthma problem (can consider trying asthma medicines such as inhalers), stomach reflux, a heart problem, some other lung disorder, etc...

Question 3

i am producing clear thick phlegm after i recuperate from cough.. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Yes, respiratory infections  by some viruses might take longer to recuperate and cause cough for several weeks after acute infections.

Question 4

what does it mean when you cough up a string thick green phlegm?

Accepted Answer

Infection: You may have a viral infection or a bacterial bronchitis. If the symptoms persist, you need to see your doctor for an antibiotic.

Question 5

does rice make phlegm thick? should we  avoid rice in cough n cold??

Accepted Answer

No: Neither rice nor milk causes phlegm.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form.

Question 6

i've had productive phlegm (thick, mucus y) for more than a month without a cough. should i be concerned? any possible causes?

Accepted Answer

Chronic bronchitis?: Mucus usually comes out when you cough. Chronic cough with phlegm indicates chronic bronchitis. If you are not coughing, it might be coming from the sinuses. Talk to your doctor about it.

Question 7

i developed a mild cough with phlegm, it's been a week and getting better. about how long do coughs last? the phlegm is white not very thick.wat 2take

Accepted Answer

2 weeks, +/- a week: A doctor can evaluate, if more than 2 weeks, or if worried. Cough medicines are for decreasing the urge to cough, due to tickling, mucus, or mild irritation in the throat. Coughing is normal when there is mucus lower in the throat, or coming from the lungs (otherwise, mucus might stay down there). Menthol lozenges +/- anesthetic in the lozenge can help. Robitussin DM (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) +/- "cold medicines" can help.

Question 8

what can help me cough up this thick phlegm stuff up out of my chest ?

Accepted Answer

Cough: Cough with thick phlegm  can be treated with  medications like guafenecine. But you really need to find out the cause of the cough before you start mucolytics.

Question 9

cough for about 3 years. different coloured phlegm...green, yellow, clear, thick, and bloody?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Generally, a chronic cough is defined as one lasting more than 8 weeks.  The most common causes include post nasal drainage, reflux, and asthma.  Depending on the cause, the treatment is different.   For example for asthma, inhaled corticosteroids are the mainstay.  It's best to see your doctor for testing to determine cause.  Your smoking status is also important.

Question 10

this morning i coughed up a big chunky ball of phlegm filled with blood...i dont even have a cough at the moment and this isnt the first time??

Accepted Answer

Mgt: You should have chest imaging and please see a pulmonary specialist. They can order the sample for further analysis, including cytologies and fungal cultures.

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Been having dry mouth when waking up, stuffy nose and mucus that doesnt seem to go away. its been almost over a month, coughing up chunky phlegm sometimes and i feel relieved. my voice gets hoarse though out the day. been taking benalyn and it help?

A member asked:

I have been coughing up yellow green chunky phlegm for over a week. my chest is heaving and hurts. also my stomach and back hurt when breathing deep?

A member asked:

I am producing clear thick phlegm after i recuperate from cough.. is that normal?

A member asked:

What does it mean when you cough up a string thick green phlegm?

A member asked:

Does rice make phlegm thick? should we avoid rice in cough n cold??

A member asked:

I've had productive phlegm (thick, mucus y) for more than a month without a cough. should i be concerned? any possible causes?

A member asked:

I developed a mild cough with phlegm, it's been a week and getting better. about how long do coughs last? the phlegm is white not very thick.wat 2take

A member asked:

What can help me cough up this thick phlegm stuff up out of my chest ?

A member asked:

Cough for about 3 years. different coloured phlegm...green, yellow, clear, thick, and bloody?

A member asked:

This morning i coughed up a big chunky ball of phlegm filled with blood...i dont even have a cough at the moment and this isnt the first time??

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