Medically reviewed by Susan Russell, MD Key Takeaways Drinking warm fluids like tea can help loosen thickened mucus in the lungs.Inhaling moist air using a humidifier or steam can make it easier to ...

Excess mucus in the lungs can be uncomfortable and is often a sign that your body is trying to fight off an infection or irritant. Here are some key signs that indicate you might have too much mucus ...

CINCINNATI - Scientists have identified the main genetic switch that causes excessive mucus in the lungs, a discovery that one day could ease suffering for people with chronic lung diseases like ...

Mucus naturally helps in protecting the respiratory system by stopping dust and bacteria from settling into our lungs. However, excess mucus production leads to difficulty in breathing as well as ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Russell, MD Key Takeaways Coughing up white mucus can be a sign of an upper respiratory infection ...

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus report that they have broken up deadly mucus secretions in the lungs, which can be fatal for asthma patients, at the molecular level ...

In a world where air quality continues to decline and respiratory diseases become increasingly common, finding practical solutions for respiratory health is more crucial than ever. Breathe is a ...

New insights into the molecular mechanisms driving mucus viscosity were have been discovered. A discovery about how mucus thickness is regulated could help to improve airway-clearing treatment options ...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) attacks the respiratory system, causing victims to experience coughing and shortness of breath (Image: Shutterstock) Mucus naturally helps in protecting the respiratory system ...