Jan 14, 2021 · Clear snot is in the normal range, while white mucus can mean you’re congested and yellow or green mucus can sometimes mean that you have an infection.

May 19, 2022 · You may be concerned about the color of your mucus and phlegm, too, whether it’s yellow or green. But the color doesn’t necessarily mean you have an infection.

Jul 31, 2025 · The color of your vomit can help explain why you’re sick. If your throw up is red, black, brown or looks like coffee grounds, it’s a medical emergency.

Nov 23, 2022 · While it can’t change who you are, the color and consistency of your mucus might help you determine if you’re sick and whether or not to visit a doctor.

Apr 11, 2025 · Normal pregnancy discharge is clear, white or pale yellow. Changes in color, smell or texture may signal a problem and could require medical attention.

May 15, 2023 · It can be hard to breathe and may be accompanied by a cough with yellow, green or bloody mucus.

Sep 18, 2025 · The color of your mucus (aka snot) may clue you in to what you’re dealing with. Clear discharge is typically a sign of a cold, while yellow or green discharge is often a sign of a …

Aug 7, 2024 · You may have a runny or stuffy nose and need to take short breaths to get rid of the mucus building up in your nose. The color of your mucus can range from clear to white to …

Nov 25, 2024 · According to Dr. Chaisson, pneumonia causes your immune system to fill the air sacs in the lungs with mucus, pus and other fluids. That congestion makes it difficult for …

Nov 22, 2023 · Several things can trigger extra mucus production in your infant. “We most often think of things like upper respiratory infections causing phlegm,” says Dr. Schwartz.