Question 1

when you cough up phlegm/mucus with bronchitis, is it bad to swallow it, or must you spit it out every time?

Accepted Answer

No Spitting!: Please do not spit. The stomach can easily digest whatever mucus comes from the nose, sinuses, lungs, etc...  There is no reason to spit.

Question 2

i've had a productive cough since september and have seen my primary 4 times and and am following up with a chest mri. in the mean time, my mouth seems to be producing excessive salvia which i personally feel is causing the phlegm. as i was coughing at th

Accepted Answer

Allergic medical: evaluation including skin testing and spirometry is essential. I suggest an immune workup to understand why your body is not responding. I assume you have been taking antibiotics as prescribed.

Question 3

i started with bad heartburn then nasal congestion (runny&stuffed) & cough would spit out yellow & green buggers from my nose to my throat now i wheeze only when inhaling. i tried the inhaler and it made me have a productive cough and get phelgm out?

Accepted Answer

Inhaler more: Try to learn how to use the inhaler as often as directed. It takes a few days to pick up this skill. Follow the prescriber instructions. If not better can always call doctor and inform them they need to see you or prescribe something else.

Question 4

can you cough up phlegm with black bits in whilst taking certain vitamin tablets?

Accepted Answer

Phlegm: Yes, you can cough up phlegm with black bits while taking vitamin tablets. Your specks you see in it are not parts of those tablets, as they are dissolved in your stomach. See a physician to see what is causing your cough. Good luck.

Question 5

if your gallbladder is not functioning right after a meal when you cough up phlegm if you eat fatty or spicy foods?

Accepted Answer

No: If am understanding your question correctly, coughing up phlegm after eating some foods would not be expected to be related to any gallbladder condition.

Question 6

i cough up phlegm after every meal?

Accepted Answer

Stuff going up/down: Sounds like acid reflux to me. But upper respiratory issues (sinusitis, allergies) causing mucus drainage down the throat or acid reflux up the throat can commonly result in those symptoms. Acid reflux or "silent reflux" commonly causes throat clearing, sensation of something stuck in throat, voice changes, post-nasal drip or phlegm in throat, and cough. Stay hydrated and see your doc!

Question 7

i just tried to cough up phlegm but threw up in the process..is something wrong with me?

Accepted Answer

No: It is not uncommon to trigger the vomiting reflexes during coughing especially when they are prolonged.

Question 8

i have a dry cough sometimes chills and also just started to cough up phlegm light brown?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotic time: Seems like you have a bacterial infection.  See your doctor and get an antibiotic!

Question 9

whenever i finish an intensive cardio workout, i become congested beyond belief. i even cough up phlegm. what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Exercise allergy: exercise in some people can cause increase release of histamines which can in turn trigger different symptoms such as itchy skin, nasal congestion or even asthma. You may try to take over the counter non-sedating antihistamines 1 hour prior to exercise or get evaluated by pulmonologist, otolaryngologist or allergist

Question 10

i never usually cough up phlegm with blood but today i coughed up phlegm with blood and it was thick  im nervous and is wondering if its bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

No worries: It is not uncommon for a person to cough up phlegm with a small amount of blood streaks in it.  The source of the blood is usually from the throat or upper airways and the result of persistent coughing or inflammation in the throat.  Coughing up pure blood can be a sign of a serious problem.  Sounds like you have bronchitis, which is usually viral.  Robitussin-DM contains a safe cough suppressant.

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When you cough up phlegm should you spit it out

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When you cough up phlegm/mucus with bronchitis, is it bad to swallow it, or must you spit it out every time?

A member asked:

I've had a productive cough since september and have seen my primary 4 times and and am following up with a chest mri. in the mean time, my mouth seems to be producing excessive salvia which i personally feel is causing the phlegm. as i was coughing at th

A member asked:

I started with bad heartburn then nasal congestion (runny&stuffed) & cough would spit out yellow & green buggers from my nose to my throat now i wheeze only when inhaling. i tried the inhaler and it made me have a productive cough and get phelgm out?

A member asked:

Can you cough up phlegm with black bits in whilst taking certain vitamin tablets?

A member asked:

If your gallbladder is not functioning right after a meal when you cough up phlegm if you eat fatty or spicy foods?

A member asked:

I cough up phlegm after every meal?

A member asked:

I just tried to cough up phlegm but threw up in the process..is something wrong with me?

A member asked:

I have a dry cough sometimes chills and also just started to cough up phlegm light brown?

A member asked:

Whenever i finish an intensive cardio workout, i become congested beyond belief. i even cough up phlegm. what could be causing this?

A member asked:

I never usually cough up phlegm with blood but today i coughed up phlegm with blood and it was thick im nervous and is wondering if its bronchitis?

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