Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes To Cough Phlegm Every Morning For A Smoker?
i have aconcern that involves my throat and lungs
everymorning i wake and cough up flem clear abd bubbly and seem to get better once i drink a coffee or if i do any activities i cough or even get sick to my stomach
i am a smoker and my father died of lung cancer at age 57 im 48 this has went on for 2 years doctor said its just colds i dont believe that anymore
everymorning i wake and cough up flem clear abd bubbly and seem to get better once i drink a coffee or if i do any activities i cough or even get sick to my stomach
i am a smoker and my father died of lung cancer at age 57 im 48 this has went on for 2 years doctor said its just colds i dont believe that anymore
Wed, 21 May 2014
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Chronic smoking (Nicotine) lead to deposition of carbon particles in lung. It also lead to damage to lungs and cause chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which makes lungs more prone to infections.
COPD may present with chronic productive (with phlegm) cough with excessive secretions due to infection. Family history of respiratory problem due to smoking, increase chances of developing respiratory problem due to smoking. For treatment get evaluated by Pulmonologist/Physician for treatment of COPD and psychiatrist for deaddiction.
Wishing you good health and all the best.
www.99doctor.com
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Chronic smoking (Nicotine) lead to deposition of carbon particles in lung. It also lead to damage to lungs and cause chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which makes lungs more prone to infections.
COPD may present with chronic productive (with phlegm) cough with excessive secretions due to infection. Family history of respiratory problem due to smoking, increase chances of developing respiratory problem due to smoking. For treatment get evaluated by Pulmonologist/Physician for treatment of COPD and psychiatrist for deaddiction.
Wishing you good health and all the best.
www.99doctor.com
I find this answer helpful
Note: In case of any other concern or query related to prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or the recovery of persons with the any type of addiction or substance use, follow up with our Addiction Medicine Specialist. Click here to book a consultation now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Copd
Loading Online Doctors....
People also viewed