The condition sometimes affects other mucous membranes in the body, including in the nose, throat, cervix, and vagina. Ligneous conjunctivitis is a chronic disorder characterized by an ...

This extra mucus helps trap the invader and move it out of the lungs. Tiny hairs lining the airways (called cilia) then sweep the mucus up to the throat, where we cough it out or swallow it.

Rubs should be applied to your chest and neck only — never use a vapor rub in or near your nose, as it can be absorbed through the mucous membrane lining and is potentially toxic. Some people ...

Some vitamins are vital for maintaining healthy mucous membranes. A vitamin deficiency can contribute to dry mouth or other mouth symptoms. These include: Dry mouth is typically not a serious ...

One of the main casualties of this chemical assault were the cilia that line the airways. Cilia play a crucial role in lung health by sweeping out mucus, debris, and pathogens. When these structures ...

She has contributed to the study concept and to the literature search, design and preparation of the manuscript. Siri Flagestad Kvalheim, DDS, Ph.D., is a specialist in prosthodontics. The author has ...