I have a severe cold with a lot of mucus and coughing.
A severe cold with lots of mucus and coughing is usually due to a viral infection, and you can manage it with simple care like keeping yourself warm, drinking plenty of warm fluids, and using steam inhalation to loosen mucus. Take saline nasal drops for congestion, and if the mucus is thick, a mucolytic syrup can help. Avoid cold drinks, dust, and strong smells. If your symptoms worsen, breathing becomes difficult, or they last more than 5 to 7 days, see a doctor for further treatment.