Dr. Albert Polito, the director of the Lung Center at the Mercy Medical Center, explained the signs that could mean a cough ...

In this Woman’s Doctor segment, people are probably hearing more coughing this time of year. But when can a cough become more concerning?

In an unusual case, a woman developed a parasitic infection in her lungs, when more typically, the parasite stays just under ...

(Health.com)-- You've been coughing for weeks. How do you know if it's just a hard-to-shake cold or something more serious? A chronic cough, defined as lasting more than eight weeks, is not uncommon.

"Oh, that's just from smoking." It's easy to dismiss a chronic cough as another problem with cigarettes. But what if it's a sign of the lung disease COPD? Franziska Gabbert/dpa Long-term smokers often ...

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 ...

When an unstoppable cough disrupts your daily routine, finding relief becomes a top priority. Medical experts have identified various triggers for these persistent coughs, ranging from common ...

Coughs are common and usually no cause for concern. Here's how to know when it's time to seek medical advice. (Getty Images) There are many reasons adults develop a cough, especially during winter, ...

Q: Over the years I have been bothered by coughing up phlegm from the back of my throat many times a day. One doctor told me it is not infected because the phlegm is white, but didn't really help me ...

Crushing your mile time or hitting a new max during a set of deadlifts calls for a celebration. Unfortunately, for some people, this post-workout time is spent ridding their body of excess phlegm.

A humidifier is a device designed to add moisture to the air by releasing water vapor or steam. Humidifiers can alleviate issues such as dry skin and frequent nosebleeds, often exacerbated by dry air.