RSV infection also has a unique respiratory sputum. Fluids are accumulated in the body, which, in response, coughs up and sputters up the secretions. Thus, when a dry cough becomes a wet cough, discharge occurs. This can be more challenging for a child—especially young children—to expectorate secretions. However, patients must attempt to cough to help clear secretions from the body. A cough represents a reflex response induced by irritation of the epithelium lining the respiratory tract. A sputum may accumulate if not expectorated adequately. It is a favorable condition for the multiplication of pathogens, and thus, it may subsequently prolong the disease process.
When they cough, it may come out in different colors and consistencies. A thick, clear green or yellow discharge. It is typically associated with bronchial or pulmonary infections. It can be extremely exhausting to cough with a lingering discharge; thus, the relief steps are encouraged.
