As there are many causes of coughing sputum, including bronchial disease, lung disease, ear, nose and throat disease, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Some common diseases such as upper respiratory tract infections, chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchial asthma, pneumonia and bronchiectasis require different forms of treatment.
To clarify the diagnosis, in most cases, a first visit to a general practice clinic can be made and a referral to a specialist clinic can be made if necessary after assessment of the condition by a general practitioner.