What phlegm can tell you about your health – and when to see a doctor

Black mucus is rare. It can be the sign of a fungal infection, or exposure to pollutants such as coal, dust or cigarette ...
Rolling Out

What brown mucus reveals about your lungs

Your body produces mucus naturally to protect your respiratory system, and under normal circumstances, this protective fluid remains clear and relatively thin. However, when mucus suddenly changes to ...
The Conversation

Spit or swallow? What’s the best way to deal with phlegm?

Phoebe Williams receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council, the Medical Research Future Fund, and the Gates Foundation. Niall Johnston does not work for, consult, own ...
India Today on MSN

Why your body makes 1–2 litres of mucus every day and when it becomes a health concern

Your body naturally makes mucus to protect organs like lungs and eyes. But infections, allergies and pollution can boost ...
GMA Network

'Super flu' season: Does the color of your phlegm mean anything?

Phlegm that appears bright red, reddish, or rust-colored is a little bit more concerning. "If the color is reddish or rusty, ...
Khaberni

What does the sound of coughing indicate about a person's health?

Hearing others coughing and choking is one of the annoying things in life, but learning to listen to your cough can sometimes ...

When your chest feels like a traffic jam: Doctor explains what mucus buildup really does

Mucus in your chest isn’t just gross, it can actually make you feel miserable. When it starts building up in your chest, it ...