Mucus production is natural. However, overproduction of mucus in the throat can lead to long-term coughing and throat irritation. Certain conditions and factors can lead to an excess of mucus, such as ...

When you're sick you'll often produce more phlegm, and might notice it's thicker or a different color: white, green, yellow or maybe even brown. We all produce mucus, even when healthy. Mucus is a ...

Managing mucus from COPD involves strategies that can help loosen mucus and clear it from your airway, such as staying hydrated, exercising, and quitting smoking. Specific breathing techniques, ...