mucus production
Bodily slime creation
Mucus production is the body's creation of the slick, viscous secretion that lines and protects moist surfaces like the respiratory and digestive tracts.
The phrase typically appears in medical contexts discussing excess or insufficient output: Allergies can trigger increased mucus production.
Cold medicines often target mucus production to relieve congestion.
- rhinitisInflamed nasal membrane
- runny noseNasal discharge symptom
- stuffy noseObstructed nasal airways
- sinusesAir-filled skull cavities
- sinus pressureBlocked cavity discomfort
chronic bronchitis · mucin · cystic fibrosis · secretion · coughing · expectorant · postnasal · hydration · phlegm · respiratory tract · wheezing · glycoprotein · gastrointestinal tract · mucous membrane · sputum · viral infections · allergy season · exocytosis