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mucous membrane a mucus-secreting membrane that lines body cavities or passages that are open to the external environment mucous membrane [′myü·kəs ′mem‚brān] (histology) The type of membrane lining cavities and canals which have communication with air; it is kept moist by glandular secretions. Also known as tunica mucosa. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Currently, marshmallow extracts are commonly used and recommended in Germany to alleviate mild inflammations of the mucus membranes of the mouth and throat. Pseudoephedrine, which is used in products such as Sudafed, Sinufed and Actifed, is a decongestant that works by shrinking vessels in the nose, lungs and other mucus membranes. Allium Cepa (Red Onion): Useful for hay fever, inflammation and increased secretion of mucus membranes, burning of eyelids, throat, nose, mouth, and skin discomforts |
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