What does it mean when you cough up red mucus?

Answer 1

, I have been up green THICK yellow mucus, and its nasty, I want to know how to get rid if this sickness so if you can please answer my question immediately

thank you

that mucus comes from your nose and down your throat...when you start coughing it up that's when you know its in your chest..some medication and simply coughing it up and out will make it better... if you smoke then your just setting yourself up for failure..

~Samantha~

Answer 2

Miner's cough is the same thing as black lung. It is something that miner's are susceptible too because of the amount of dust in the air in the mines. It causes shortness of breath, coughing and fatigue and often leads to an early death.

Answer 3

If you are coughing up mucus, you could have a respiratory system infection or it could be countless other disorders. Your other symptoms, if any, and a physical exam will help your health care professional determine a diagnosis. There are way too many different things that can cause this for us to offer a suggestion for the cause in your case. Contact your health care professional for advice.

Answer 4

If you are coughing up blood then it could be indicative of a serious medical problem. Consult a doctor as soon as you can.

Answer 5

If you cough up red mucus then it could be indicative of a serious medical problem. You should consult a doctor.

Answer 6

I believe coughing up purple phlegm relates to a heart problem.