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Mucus
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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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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A 24-year old male asked:
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A 38-year old male asked:
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A 20-year old female asked:
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