Question 1

is it normal to have phlegm almost every morning?

Accepted Answer

No but it's common!: Some things are so common that it is almost normal.Phlegm in the morning is one of those things. Anyone with allergies probably wakes up with some phlegm almost every morning depending on what they are allergic to.  If you are producing a LOT of phlegm, you might want to consider getting an allergy consult to try and determine what you are allergic to. Taking an antihistamine at night may help too

Question 2

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 3

when i wake up i have to hack up some phlegm.  ( very little) it is brown in color. i am 38 f. former smoker. i don't have a cough. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Clearing mucus in the morning after sleeping flat all night is very common but most of the time there should not be a brown color to it. The source could be a number of places but as an ex-smoker it should be checked out. Sinuses can also be a source. You might need a chest xray but see your doctor.

Question 4

i was sick a few weeks ago. feel fine now but still cough up a little phlegm here and there. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Bronchial irritation after a respiratory infection can persist for several weeks. As long as you do not have fever, shortness of breath or chest pain a mild productive cough can be normal. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 5

hi, i have a bit of flu, coughing and phlegm. believe its normal flu, but just want to be cautious for covid19?

Accepted Answer

Covid concerns:  There can be considerable symptom overlap between influenza and COVID 19. COVID 19 Sx's may include fever, cough, feeling tired, shortness of breath, muscle aches, headache, sore throat, chills, chest pain, nasal congestion, loss of taste or smell, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Question 6

i've had a phlegmy cough for 17 days now. no other symptoms. feel good otherwise. phlegm is normal light colour. how long is it meant to last?

Accepted Answer

It could last 2-4: weeks. If it continues,see your Dr..

Question 7

is it normal to have nasty looking phlegm when you have a cold? phlegm is yellowish green with black stuff in it. is this normal? or something bad?

Accepted Answer

Normal : Likely clotted blood from bacterial infection . If u are getting better relax! If not collect some samples and take it to ur family doctor

Question 8

i've been spiting phlegm for over 5 years now as if normal. i live a healthy lifestyle. vegetarian lots of exercise never done drugs. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Check with your doc: You may have chronic bronchitis or bronchiectasis.

Check with pulmonologist.

Question 9

i was sick of a cold two weeks ago but i'm still coughing. is this normal? after 4 days of getting my cold i felt fine but i was still coughing. during the two weeks i was coughing up phlegm but now i am not but i am still coughing.

Accepted Answer

Postviral bronchitis: Prolonged cough after a cold is very common. Usually it isn't serious and gradually improves, although it can take a few weeks. See a doctor if it's severe and bothersome, if you have a history of asthma or other chronic lung problem, or if you also develop fever again start to cough up sputum (phlegm). If you are a smoker, try to stop.

Question 10

is blood in phlegm with tonsillitis normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, having some: Streaking with blood can occur. Vomiting up significant amounts of blood would  not be normal.

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Is it normal to have phlegm almost every morning?

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

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When i wake up i have to hack up some phlegm. ( very little) it is brown in color. i am 38 f. former smoker. i don't have a cough. is this normal?

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I was sick a few weeks ago. feel fine now but still cough up a little phlegm here and there. is this normal?

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Hi, i have a bit of flu, coughing and phlegm. believe its normal flu, but just want to be cautious for covid19?

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I've had a phlegmy cough for 17 days now. no other symptoms. feel good otherwise. phlegm is normal light colour. how long is it meant to last?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have nasty looking phlegm when you have a cold? phlegm is yellowish green with black stuff in it. is this normal? or something bad?

A member asked:

I've been spiting phlegm for over 5 years now as if normal. i live a healthy lifestyle. vegetarian lots of exercise never done drugs. is this normal?

A member asked:

I was sick of a cold two weeks ago but i'm still coughing. is this normal? after 4 days of getting my cold i felt fine but i was still coughing. during the two weeks i was coughing up phlegm but now i am not but i am still coughing.

A member asked:

Is blood in phlegm with tonsillitis normal?

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