Are you coughing up phlegm and thinking that you are suffering from common cold? Watch out, for you may be having something more serious. What isWhat is Phlegm? As the name implies, this is a condition in which cough is associated with sputum production. The term phlegm signifies an inflammation thatWhen you cough up green or yellow phlegm you need to be prescribed antibiotics, right? Date: March 28, 2011 Source: Cardiff University Summary: Prescribing Green or yellow "sputum," as clinicians call it, more often than not reflects a bacterial infection, whereas clear, white or rust colored phlegm most Colors of Mucus (Phlegm, Sputum) Phlegm may be clear (white), yellow/green, brown, grey, black, pink, orange, containing red streaks, or frothy.Yellow phlegm indicates the upper respiratory tract is infected. Learn on facts and precautions like drinking warm water, herbal tea and avoiding mucus producing Prescribing antibiotics for patients with discoloured phlegm caused by acute cough has little or no effect on alleviating symptoms and recovery, a Cardiff University Author Posts Author Posts September 12, 2013 at 5:00 pm #1259228 jbendi2: Is yellow phlegm common for people with Lung cancer????I know I posted something about my asthma a while ago but I figured I'd give an update and to see if anyone has any tips. I'm 27 and for the last three to Common Questions and Answers about Coughing green phlegm in the morning
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