 [ Symptoms ] will i get better faster if i spit out the mucus i hack up instead of swallowing it  i am not sure if i have got a cold or some kind of infection but i have noticed that my throat feels a bit more clear if i spit out whatever i cough up instead of just swallowing it back down obviously my throat is cleared out until new stuff forms it actually feels less scratchy and sore too i am just wondering if this cold or whatever it is will run its course faster if i continue to spit the gook out [ Disease ] pancreatic problems can cause left flank pain so can lower lobe lung problems intenstinal disorders and spine issues even shingles can cause flank pain make sure your medical provider keeps looking