What Causes Thick Yellow Mucus When Coughing in the Morning?

What Causes Thick Yellow Mucus When Coughing in the Morning?

1. Introduction Coughing up thick yellow mucus in the morning is a clinical sign usually caused by the nocturnal pooling of respiratory secretions in the lower airways or throat. The yellow coloration is a direct biological indicator of an active or recently resolving immune response. It signifies the presence of concentrated white blood cells, primarily … Read more