Medically reviewed by Susan Russell, MD Key Takeaways Coughing up white mucus can be a sign of an upper respiratory infection or chronic conditions like COPD. Viral infections that cause white mucus ...

Egg white cervical mucus is a natural sign that you are about to ovulate, providing a fertile environment for sperm. This type of mucus is stretchy and clear, similar to raw egg whites, which can help ...

Egg white discharge is clear and stretchy. It’s most common a few days before ovulation and can help you determine your fertile window. Share on Pinterest Illustration by Alyssa Kiefer Vaginal ...

Whether you’re dealing with a runny nose, cough or congestion, your mucus can help determine if it’s a minor bother like a common cold, allergies or a more serious health issue. That’s right, the ...

Healthy phlegm is usually clear and runny, but many different health conditions can change the consistency or color. Phlegm, also called sputum, is mucus produced by your lungs that helps protect your ...

It's springtime, which means your nose is becoming a snot-filled war zone against pollen and other allergens. But before you blame your over-productive nasal passages on allergies, you should pay ...

Ever wondered why the color of your snot is different when you're sick? You're probably not the first person to ask this question. There are actually many reasons why your snot's changes color when ...

We’ve written before about how everything from your nails to your hair can reveal information about your health. And now, it seems snot is up for inspection (yes, really). If you’ve ever had a nasty ...