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bronchitis inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the bronchial tubes.
catarrh inflammation of mucous membranes in the nose and throat, accompanied by secretions and discharge.
congestion excessive mucous in the nasal passages or sinuses [1/3 definitions]
conjunctiva the mucous membrane lining the inner surface of the eyelid and the surface of the eyeball.
decidua a mucous membrane that lines the uterus and is cast off at childbirth or during menstruation.
demulcent an oily or sticky substance used esp. to soothe irritation in mucous membranes. [1/2 definitions]
endometrial of or pertaining to the mucous membrane that lines the uterus.
erysipelas an infectious disease that causes inflammation and redness of the skin and mucous membranes.
erythema abnormal redness of the skin or mucous membranes that is caused by increased blood flow to the capillaries in response to injury, infection, or inflammation.
estradiol an estrogen hormone found in the ovaries that causes the tissues and blood vessels of the mucous membranes lining the uterus to proliferate and thicken. [1/2 definitions]
gastroenteritis inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the stomach and intestines.
glanders (used with a sing. verb) a contagious disease of horses, mules, and the like that is communicable to humans and is characterized by a mucous discharge from the nostrils and ulcers or swellings in the respiratory tract and lymph nodes.
head cold a respiratory infection characterized by inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes, nasal congestion, and discharge of mucus; common cold.
herpes simplex either of two viral infections resulting in the appearance of blisters on skin and mucous membranes of the face or the genital area.
hymen a fold of mucous membrane that partly closes the outer opening of the vagina.
menthol an alcohol derived from peppermint oils or produced synthetically, used in scents and flavorings, in cigarettes, and esp. in medications for its soothing effect on irritated mucous membranes.
nystatin a yellowish antibiotic powder used to cure certain fungal infections, esp. of the skin and mucous membranes.
olfactory nerve either of the first pair of cranial nerves that transmit nerve impulses from the mucous membrane in the nose to the forebrain.
papilloma a benign tumor of the skin or mucous membrane, such as a corn or wart, that consists of an enlarged papilla or group of papillae.
polyp an abnormal growth projecting from a mucous lining, as in the throat, nose, or intestine. [1/2 definitions]
rheum discharge from mucous membranes, esp. those lining the respiratory tract.