Question 1

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 2

for years, i've had a hacking cough that brings up gluelike chunks of yellow phlegm. doctors always say it's the asthma, but even with meds...

Accepted Answer

Productive cough: Hello, your cough could be related to asthma or a number of other causes. Otc medication like Robitussin (guaifenesin) contains a mucolytic that may help. I would recommend seeing a pulmonologist for a more thorough examination.

Question 3

im 30 years old. freaking out woke up this morning with a very mild sore throat. i spit up a little mucus yellow and a bit green. after i spit up bloody phlegm. im worried i have lung cancer. i do smoke. ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. can check throat: Lung cancer is unlikely (yet possible) at age 30. Never smoke anything other than salmon, brisket, etc. Throat symptoms can be from strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or other virus (antibiotics usually not used), allergies or irritants, sinusitis, stomach reflux when asleep, etc... One usually sees the doctor if the throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly.

Question 4

is it normal to spit/hack up yellow phlegm everyday? worse in the morning. im not sick and this has been going on for a while, maybe a year.

Accepted Answer

Sputum: Not normal.  See a physician for an xray or perform a virtual consult

Question 5

i am experiencing chronic cough with bright yellow phlegm or mucus. the mucus has changed from dark brown/black to yellow. i'm an ex smoker of 1 year?

Accepted Answer

Chronic bronchitis?: Congratulations on stopping smoking. But don't expect overnight recovery of your lungs and bronchial tree:  it takes up to 5 years to recover from the effects of tobacco smoke. At only 1 year, you remain susceptible to bronchitis, pneumonia, etc. Less dark color of sputum usually is a good sign. But for sure check with your doctor and follow her advice. Good luck!

Question 6

ive had a post nasal drip for almost a year. i often cough up yellow phlegm in the mornings. drinks like coffee make it a lot worse. ive never had any issues with chronic allergies or chronic sinusitis. ?

Accepted Answer

Please see an ENT MD: Nasal Septum and throat needs to be fully evaluated and appropriately treated

Question 7

i've been coughing out a bright yellow flem for the past 4 days. i've been a social smoker for less than a year, could that be the cause? and if not?

Accepted Answer

Bronchitis: You may have developed a bronchitis, see your doctor about your symptoms, you may need an antibiotic and stop smoking!

Question 8

yellow phlegm in the morning, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

What other symptoms?: There are various associated symptoms that can help determine the cause of your condition. 
For instance, are there any of the following associated problems?
- fever
- cough
- runny nose
- allergies
- do you smoke?

Question 9

what does coughing up yellow phlegm indicate?

Accepted Answer

Yellow phlegm: Yellow phlegm may indicate infection of the upper respiratory tract.  Of course some slightly tinged yellow phlegm may be normal when you fist wake up.  When it is persistent or when there is associated fevers and chills, it may signify a bacterial or viral infection.  Most infections will clear on their own and do not always require antibiotics.  If these symptoms last longer than 5-7 d see doc

Question 10

please explain what does coughing up yellow phlegm mean?

Accepted Answer

Sputum: any lung inflammation due to infection, ittitation, allergy and smoking can cause yellowish sputum production.

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

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For years, i've had a hacking cough that brings up gluelike chunks of yellow phlegm. doctors always say it's the asthma, but even with meds...

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Im 30 years old. freaking out woke up this morning with a very mild sore throat. i spit up a little mucus yellow and a bit green. after i spit up bloody phlegm. im worried i have lung cancer. i do smoke. ?

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Is it normal to spit/hack up yellow phlegm everyday? worse in the morning. im not sick and this has been going on for a while, maybe a year.

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I am experiencing chronic cough with bright yellow phlegm or mucus. the mucus has changed from dark brown/black to yellow. i'm an ex smoker of 1 year?

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Ive had a post nasal drip for almost a year. i often cough up yellow phlegm in the mornings. drinks like coffee make it a lot worse. ive never had any issues with chronic allergies or chronic sinusitis. ?

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I've been coughing out a bright yellow flem for the past 4 days. i've been a social smoker for less than a year, could that be the cause? and if not?

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Yellow phlegm in the morning, what should i do?

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What does coughing up yellow phlegm indicate?

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