What causes thick greenish sputum and intermittent cough?
Patient: Starting about a week ago, I coughed and noticed yellowish phlegm even though the cough was not frequent and I didn t cough up much at all. The past few days it is thicker and green but the cough is not frequent. Yesterday after showering and dressing for the day I was so tired. No temperature but I get real cold and later too hot. Should I be very concerned. Surgery to repair a broken tibia was done Feb 19, 2018. I have no spleen Doctor: Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.  * The green sputum with intermittent cough, weakness, fever are signs of lower respiratory infection. * You must get an x-ray chest and complete blood counts done to manage it precisely before it gets worsen. * Till that time, maintain hydration with plenty of liquids, do gargles with salted lukewarm water.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.