Dr. Polverino answers your most pressing questions about bronchitis, how contagious it is and when it may cause more serious ...

A cough is a common symptom that can be caused by a number of illnesses and conditions - but in some instances you might need ...

As many Brits are falling ill with seasonal illnesses a doctor revealed how to tell what is causing your cough ...

The health expert has also issued advice on when you should see your GP if you have a cough that won't go away ...

For instance, “with lung infections, lying down helps the cilia [little ‘hairs’ in our lungs] to more effectively move mucus out of the lungs, and the cough reflex is our body's attempt to ...

A "wet" or "moist" cough, also called a productive cough, describes a cough where mucus or phlegm is produced or heard. Treatments for a wet cough can depend on the cause, which may include the ...

The damage may come from long-term smoking, pollution, or infections. Your genes can also play a role. Its symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, a lasting cough, and increased mucus.

My 4 year old continually gets a mucus cough. She’s had this one since start of September. Everytime we go to the doctor ...

Emily Pink, 21, has cystic fibrosis, a rare genetic disorder that causes a build-up of sticky mucus in her lungs and ...

The decline in estrogen during menopause can trigger neurological inflammation (2), compounding the symptoms of long-term COVID ... persistent throat phlegm, and coughing, which often linger ...

Diwali is synonymous with fireworks but such celebrations contribute to air pollution by releasing particulate matter (PM10 ...