JAKARTA Coughing up phlegm in the morning is a fairly common condition. Although it seems light, this situation must still be watched out for because it is potentially dangerous if not addressed immediately.
Klikdokter Educator, dr. Atika explained, during sleep phlegm can collect in the respiratory tract. Therefore, when you wake up in the morning, the phlegm begins to ‘break’ and trigger a cough.
“Coughing up phlegm in the morning is generally due to a buildup of mucus in the respiratory tract at night. This condition is usually influenced by health problems,” he said.
However, reported Click doctorThere are several health problems that can be the cause of coughing up phlegm in the morning.
If you have Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or Gerd, the acid in your stomach can easily move up into your esophagus, especially when you lie down. This can cause throat irritation and postnasal drip so that it also triggers a whooping cough in the morning.
In addition, allergies can also cause a number of symptoms, from itchy eyes and sneezing, to nasal congestion, chest tightness, and coughing. Allergic reactions in the respiratory tract are usually triggered by exposure to pollen, dust, or cold air.
Asthma can also trigger a cough with phlegm. However, if you are an asthma sufferer who experiences coughing up phlegm in the morning, this is not something to worry about.
Infectious diseases, such as flu, bronchitis and pneumonia can cause the respiratory tract to produce extra mucus. This can make you cough with phlegm. The mucus that will come out may be green or yellow.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema, which can make it difficult for sufferers to breathe. COPD is generally caused by long-term exposure to things that irritate the lungs, such as cigarette smoke. In addition, asthmatics can also develop this disease.
And finally cystic fibrosis. It is an inherited disease that is passed from parents to their children. Cystic fibrosis can cause thick mucus in the lungs and other organs. This condition can also cause lung function to worsen with age.
Therefore, people with cystic fibrosis often have a cough with phlegm; both in the morning and at other times.
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