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Blood in Phlegm: 14 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Blood in phlegm is usually the result of prolonged coughing or dried airway, particularly when it is noted in young, healthy people.

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Green Phlegm: 9 Common Causes & What to Do

What is it: Green phlegm is a symptom that can occur with bacterial respiratory infections, like sinustis, pneumonia or bronchitis, or COVID-19.

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Yellow Phlegm: Top 6 Causes (& What It Means)

Yellow phlegm is typically a sign of a bacterial respiratory infection, like bronchitis, strep throat or pneumonia.

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White Phlegm: 6 Common Causes (& What to Do)

White phlegm is generally a sign of respiratory infections or inflammation (like bronchitis or sinusitis ) and lung diseases (like COPD).

Updated Articles About Phlegm

Blood in Phlegm: 14 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Updated in 04-08-2024

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Updated in 02-27-2024

White Phlegm: 6 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Updated in 10-18-2023

Mucus in Throat: 7 Causes (& 5 Home Remedies for Relief)

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Green Phlegm: 9 Common Causes & What to Do

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Updated in 10-11-2022

Yellow, Green, Brown & White Phlegm: What Phlegm Color Means

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