A healthcare professional may evaluate lung function and other possible causes.
Sinus Problems Can Keep Mucus Around Chronic sinus inflammation can cause ongoing nasal congestion and mucus drainage.
Some people experience symptoms for weeks or longer.
Possible symptoms include:
Persistent nasal congestion
Facial pressure
Reduced sense of smell
Thick nasal discharge
Headache
Postnasal drainage
Throat clearing
Chronic cough
Sinus symptoms can have several causes, including allergies, infections, structural problems, and chronic inflammation.
If symptoms persist or repeatedly return, a healthcare professional can help determine the underlying cause.
What Does the Color of Your Phlegm Mean?
People often pay close attention to phlegm color.
You may see:
Clear
White
Yellow
Green
Brown
Pink
Red
But color alone does not provide a diagnosis.
Clear or white mucus
Clear mucus is common with normal mucus production, allergies, irritation, and some respiratory illnesses.
White mucus can also occur when mucus becomes thicker.
Yellow or
