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Is Coughing Up Of Pale Green Mucus An Indication Of Recurring Chest Infection?

Hi I ve had a chest infection and have had 7 days of amoxicillin and am now 5 days in on clarithromycin and prednisone and seemed to be getting better now I ve been up coughing again! The mucus has been clear for about 4 days but this morning it s slightly yellow/pale green when I ve steamed and cough up! (I m asthmatic and are on thyroxine) do you think the infection is coming back? Also my asthma has not been good! Thanks
Mon, 6 Feb 2017
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

The chest infection would affect your asthma control and may be associated with an increased frequency of acute asthmatic attacks.

If there is no increased frequency or severity of coughing (though the mucus may have changed color) or recurrence of fever, then this would indicate that infection is resolving.

If you remain concerned, then you should see your doctor for an assessment.

You may need to increase your asthma prevention and treatment medications temporarily till the infection is completely resolved.

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Is Coughing Up Of Pale Green Mucus An Indication Of Recurring Chest Infection?

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic The chest infection would affect your asthma control and may be associated with an increased frequency of acute asthmatic attacks. If there is no increased frequency or severity of coughing (though the mucus may have changed color) or recurrence of fever, then this would indicate that infection is resolving. If you remain concerned, then you should see your doctor for an assessment. You may need to increase your asthma prevention and treatment medications temporarily till the infection is completely resolved. I hope this helps