most helpful answer i'm sorry to hear you're experiencing this. there is a particularly nasty virus going around this year that seems to produce a lingering cough. however you should see a health care provider for an evaluation. in general it's not uncommon for a cough to linger as the last symptom to clear up after a cold. that said any time a cough hangs on it's good to see a doctor. the fact your cough is "productive" (that is you're coughing up gunk) could be good or bad. it's usually good to be moving that stuff out of your lungs but it could also be indicative of bacteria brewing down there. if you have a fever along with the productive cough you definitely should see a health care provider. i hope you get well soon!
is it normal to have a cough for 3 weeks after you have had a cold? . i had a cold 3 weeks ago and all the other symptoms have gone away except the cough it hasn't stopped at all it's even gotten worse every time i cough i cough up white sometimes green or yellow is it normal?