The moment you notice blood in your cough, your world can suddenly feel like it’s spinning out of control. That metallic taste in your mouth and the frightening sight of red-tinged sputum can trigger ...

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Healthy phlegm is usually clear and runny, but many different health conditions can change the consistency or color. Phlegm, also called sputum, is mucus produced by your lungs that helps protect your ...

Coughing up blood, medically known as hemoptysis, can trigger immediate panic and concern. While this symptom certainly warrants attention, understanding the various causes can help you better assess ...

Your cough can taste bad for many reasons. When a metallic taste is paired with coughing, you may have an upper respiratory infection like a cold. This can cause your phlegm to contain traces of blood ...

People may experience a cough and sore throat, but no fever. Causes of this can include a simple irritation, infection, or obstruction in the throat. Coughing is a natural reflex that helps clear the ...

As a cold ends, a severe mucus cough starts. Sound familiar? Two studies now give explanations: First, crucial mechanisms of the mucus in both diseased and healthy airways; second, what happens in ...

The NHS has issued a stern warning to those experiencing a common Covid symptom, cautioning that ignoring the advice could ...