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[|Human|] I have continous mucus problems. I am awaken with urge to cough and after coughing up the mucus and clearing myself, I am able to go back to sleep. also have an issue with it all day. Again, once I clear it out I can breatChatDoctorfortably. Until it is gone, I have a shortness of breath
[|AI|]  Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Cough with mucus expectoration and breathlessness are commonly seen with bronchitis and lung infection. So consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). Chest x-ray is needed to rule out lung infection. PFT is must for the diagnosis of bronchitis. You will mostly improve with antibiotics, inhaled bronchodilators (formoterol or albuterol) and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) (budesonide or fluticasone). Quit smoking if you are smoker. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.