Up to one-quarter of people with COVID-19 may experience a cough with mucus (phlegm). Though not typical, sometimes chest congestion is a sign of COVID-19. This can cause a wet or productive cough ...

“Also, our body’s natural adrenaline levels, which help suppress coughs, decrease at night, making us more sensitive to that ...

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

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

“When you’re unwell, your mucus can become thicker and stickier, but it’s still playing a vital role in trapping bacteria, ...

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

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 ...

"Mucus within the respiratory tract - from postnasal drip or the upper respiratory tract - can pool into the back of the ...

You may not cough up anything if you have early-stage viral pneumonia. It's likely to be "more productive of mucus" if your viral pneumonia has progressed or you are dealing with bacterial ...

A cough of over three weeks containing mucus should prompt you to pay a visit to your doctor. The NHS lists the following ...