Coughing up white or clear phlegm balls can be a symptom of many conditions. It usually doesn't signify a serious condition unless you have other symptoms.

Microscopic, hair-like bodies on the cells that line our respiratory tract, called cilia, use a wave-like motion to sweep the mucus back out, triggering coughing, Dr. Cennimo says.

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DOMedically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Coughing up mucus is often a sign of a respiratory infection, allergies, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or ...

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Throwing up mucus can occur when mucus from your stomach lining or mucus that you swallow appears in your vomit. Mucus from postnasal drip and coughing can ...

If you're dealing with green phlegm, it's important to get tested for COVID-19 so you can take care of yourself and avoid infecting others. Next up, here’s what symptoms of COVID-19 look like if ...

Coughing up white mucus or phlegm can indicate several conditions, including asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In some cases, a person may need to see a doctor.

Plenty of things, including common illnesses like bronchitis, can lead people to cough up blood. Getty Images "The main issue is hemoptysis (coughing up blood or blood-stained mucus) is a sign of ...

If you’ve ever fought a cold or infection in the past, chances are you’ve had the not-so-pleasant experience of coughing up green phlegm. Along with a runny nose and sore throat, green phlegm ...