Question 1

at what stage of ovulation is cervical mucus thick and a little chuncky.?

Accepted Answer

Ovulation: Your mucus starts to change into a thick, whitish discharge after ovulation. Ovulation is usually 14 days prior to you next period. Keep a calendar and you will notice more changes in your body like bloating, breast pain, and occasionally mood changes.

Question 2

my 1year 7month son has been releasing mucus sometimes greenish daily for the past 8 days now.

its not flu but just a lot of mucus. im worried whether its serious, what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Is it from the nose: If you are talking about nasal discharge in an otherwise healthy child, it can be sinusitis and may need antibiotics to hasten recovery, meanwhile saline nasal washes would help till you see a doctor. If from the bowels, you better check with the pediatrician . Wish you and your child wellness

Question 3

jow do i dry up mucus?

Accepted Answer

Drink warn fluids: Warm fluids and decongestant.

Question 4

why do i keep having mucus?

Accepted Answer

Where?: Where are you producing mucus? If it is the normal places, such as your nostrils, it may be because you have a viral infection, or maybe a seasonal allergy.  Hard to say without more information.

Question 5

what causes mucus from the bottom?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Sometimes this may be normal lubrication, may be hemorrhoid related, infection related, ibs, colitis.

Question 6

how does mucus produce in our body?

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Glands: There are a number of specialized glands in your body whose job it is to make mucous. Probably the best known are the  salivary glands that produce the sputum in our mouths. But these glands in various types are everywhere - from top bbn to bottom in your GI tract, to present in the respiratory tree,  skin glands....the list is endless. Hope this helps satisfy your curiosity about mucous!

Question 7

what does it mean to have blue mucus?

Accepted Answer

Have you used any: Vaginal tablets or vaginal ring ? Anything inserted from out side? If the answer to all is no , it is new on me

Question 8

if i see mucus in my feses what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: If it is a recurrent problem then you should probably see a doctor for evaluation of stools for infection. This is especially true if you have been sick with diarrhea or if you have been on antibiotics recently. If it is a one time occurrence and you have not been sick then you can probably ignore it.

Question 9

certain foods cause so much mucus i choke why?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons...: There are many reasons that a person might have problems chewing and swallowing her food. The problems can vary depending on one's age and her underlying disorders. A doctor can evaluate, and an ENT specialist can further check. A occupational therapist can help figure things out, and can help with treatment if needed. A video-xray done while swallowing may give good pictures of the problem.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: mucus?

Accepted Answer

Thick, viscous, gel: Like material that functions to moisten and protect inner body surfaces.
The viscous slippery substance that consists chiefly of mucin, water, cells, and inorganic salts and that is secreted as a protective lubricant coating by the cells and glands of the mucous membranes.
The free slime of the mucous membranes, composed of secretion of the glands, various salts, desquamated cells, and leukocytes.

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At what stage of ovulation is cervical mucus thick and a little chuncky.?

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My 1year 7month son has been releasing mucus sometimes greenish daily for the past 8 days now. its not flu but just a lot of mucus. im worried whether its serious, what can it be?

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Jow do i dry up mucus?

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Why do i keep having mucus?

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What causes mucus from the bottom?

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How does mucus produce in our body?

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What does it mean to have blue mucus?

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If i see mucus in my feses what should i do?

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Certain foods cause so much mucus i choke why?

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What is the definition or description of: mucus?

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