Question 1

what causes persistent cold and give thick yellowish mucus

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Many things: possible that you the infection didn't go away and that your immune system is suppressed

Question 2

cold 1 week and now coughing up thick dark red and flesh toned stuff not mucus that remains shaped if pulled and i'm a smoker should i b concerned?

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Yes: You should be concerned and the sputum should be sent to a lab for analysis and you may need a chest xray.

Question 3

what does it mean to have thick clear mucus running from nose with no cold?

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Allergies???: It could be that you have been exposed to an allergin and your body has reacted in this way.  Mine is ragweed season.  You could try zyrtec (cetirizine) 10mg daily (works wonders for me) and see if this helps.  If not, consult your doctor.

Question 4

i have been sick with a cold my mucus went from watery to thick and dark green now today i spit a clear mucus.. what does that mean?

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Mucous: Colored mucous can be a sign of infection - bacterial or viral.  If running fever, are not improving or having difficulty breathing - follow with your physician to see if you need an antibiotic.

Question 5

ive just recovered after a cold. im now coughing up thick green mucus in the mornings when i wake up. chest feels heavy. do i have an infection?

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No Necessarily: After a chest infection it is not uncommon to have coughing for 4-6 weeks afterwards. If you are not having fevers, chills, or  worsening shortness of breath then I would just watch it. If the coughing starts to get worse or you have new symptoms consult your doctor. If you are smoking, then stop or look forward to living the rest of your life like this.

Question 6

i've had blood when i blow my nose sometimes, but i have a cold and hoarked up(from back of nose)thick mucus with streaks of blood.none since. cause?

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Common.: Cold viruses cause inflammation and fragility of vessels in your upper airway.  Small streaks of blood in mucus are frequently seen in upper respiratory infections.  Frank blood is much less common. Persistent symptoms warrant attention.

Question 7

hii am suffering from cold with greenish whitish thick excessive mucus with foul smell in mouth for more than 5 month.excessive thin sputum alltime .

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See a doctor: That is too long to be a cold. You most likely have an upper respiratory infection that will need to be treated with antibiotics. Colds are usually self limiting and don't last longer than 7 to 10 days.

Question 8

i have chest cold with thick colored mucus hasn't subsided in 5 days, now also presents with night sweats. normal progression or time to see a md?

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Progressing cold: Time to see a doctor /urgent care. You are having progressive /worsening symptoms with sweats s that maybe pneumonia. You may need antibiotics

Question 9

i'm getting over a cold from last week but i still have a stuffy nose with lots mucus and post nasal drip. how do i get rid of it?slightly thick clear

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See doctor: About 10% of the people end up with a sinus infection after a cold especially when the symptoms persist &gt;10 days. Check with your doctor.

Question 10

thick green  yellow mucus running from nose after 1 week of cold with large clear colored nasal discharge?

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Flora shifting: If no fevers or significant pain--let it run! in fact, take Mucinex (guaifenesin) to keep things thin and flowing. Your body is likely re-balancing the flora in its sinuses, and this should stop about double the time you were sick. If fevers/pain, then see dr / urgent care.

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What causes persistent cold and give thick yellowish mucus

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Cold 1 week and now coughing up thick dark red and flesh toned stuff not mucus that remains shaped if pulled and i'm a smoker should i b concerned?

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What does it mean to have thick clear mucus running from nose with no cold?

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I have been sick with a cold my mucus went from watery to thick and dark green now today i spit a clear mucus.. what does that mean?

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Ive just recovered after a cold. im now coughing up thick green mucus in the mornings when i wake up. chest feels heavy. do i have an infection?

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I've had blood when i blow my nose sometimes, but i have a cold and hoarked up(from back of nose)thick mucus with streaks of blood.none since. cause?

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Hii am suffering from cold with greenish whitish thick excessive mucus with foul smell in mouth for more than 5 month.excessive thin sputum alltime .

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I have chest cold with thick colored mucus hasn't subsided in 5 days, now also presents with night sweats. normal progression or time to see a md?

A member asked:

I'm getting over a cold from last week but i still have a stuffy nose with lots mucus and post nasal drip. how do i get rid of it?slightly thick clear

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Thick green yellow mucus running from nose after 1 week of cold with large clear colored nasal discharge?

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