Question 1

green thick phlegm . what does that mean if i'm not sick?

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Green phlegm: It could mean you have some chronic sinus inflammation, or possibly had some mucous in your nose that crusted up and didn't clear out quickly.  If it persists, see an ENT to be evaluated.  Rare issues like allergic fungal sinusitis can be ruled out.

Question 2

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

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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 3

what does it mean when your flem is light green and thick?

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Bronchitis: You may have a sinus, tracheal or bronchial bacterial infection. if you smoke, stop. You may need antibiotics. Please consult your doctor or use Healthtap Prime.

Question 4

what does green phlegm means?

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Green phlegm: Phlegm can vary in color and character.  Yellow, green, rust colored, or a combination of colors can be indicative of a bacterial infection, but not always.

Question 5

what does white foamy phlegm mean?

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White phlegm: Do you have heartburn or any other symptoms?  I usually associate foamy phlegm with reflux as opposed to  nasal mucous secretions which are thicker and more viscous. If it is white you don't have to worry about an infection. Good luck and feel better!

Question 6

what does it mean to have a lot of phlegm?

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Some infection: If one has a respiratory infection in the nose, sinuses, throat, or the lungs, the damaged cells lining the inside of those areas will ooze some mucus, which is clear but can have some color. If lots of white blood cells, plus dead/dying germs and respiratory lining cells, get mixed in with mucus, one has phlegm. If one drinks adequate water, both phlegm & mucus should get more and looser.

Question 7

what does it mean if you have sour tasting phlegm?

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Sour phlegm: Can be a sign of gastric acid reflux.  You are young to suspect a lung cancer but that or other lung disease like cystic fibrosis (you are little old for this) are other potential causes.

Question 8

is have thick clear phlegm a sign of tb?

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Not really: Mostly TB presents with fever night sweats anoxia wt loss, thick clear phlegm could be due to bronchitis, asthma or pneumonia.

Question 9

child coughing up green phlegm mean?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: May be a bacterial or a viral infection. Best to see your physician for exact diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Question 10

what does coughing up green phlegm mean?

Accepted Answer

Infection usually: This usually indicates an infection of the lungs or sinus tract.

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