* . *
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact
Friday, August 22, 2025
Earth-News
  • Home
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    What Are Our Predictions for Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Based on What She’s Told Us So Far? – yahoo.com

    Uncover the Hidden Surprises in Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ – Can You Decode Her Clues?

    Bama Dining Serving Up New Food, Entertainment – UA News Center

    Bama Dining Launches Thrilling New Food and Entertainment Experiences

    The latest on Williams-Brice Stadium renovations, entertainment district – On3

    Discover the Thrilling New Upgrades Coming to Williams-Brice Stadium and Its Vibrant Entertainment District!

    1000+ Entertainment Leaders Release Open Letter Criticizing TIFF’s Handling of Film – Creative Community for Peace

    1000+ Entertainment Leaders Release Open Letter Criticizing TIFF’s Handling of Film – Creative Community for Peace

    ‘The Lucky Ones’: Mae Ngai Sells Film & TV Rights To Neurosphere Entertainment – Deadline

    The Lucky Ones’: Mae Ngai Lands Thrilling Deal for Film and TV Adaptations

    Our picks for the best things to do in Cincinnati this week, Aug. 18-24 – Cincinnati Enquirer

    Unmissable Things to Do in Cincinnati This Week, Aug. 18-24

  • General
  • Health
  • News

    Cracking the Code: Why China’s Economic Challenges Aren’t Shaking Markets, Unlike America’s” – Bloomberg

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Science
  • Sports
  • Technology
    Teaching older adults how to use technology – WWNY

    Empowering Older Adults to Master Technology with Confidence

    Denver man receives pacemaker using new technology – CBS News

    Denver Man’s Life Transformed by Revolutionary Pacemaker Technology

    Morgan County Rescue Squad is using new technology to recover people missing in the water faster – WAFF

    Morgan County Rescue Squad is using new technology to recover people missing in the water faster – WAFF

    YSU to celebrate launch of new radiology technology program – WKBN.com

    YSU Launches Exciting New Radiology Technology Program Celebration

    Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology kicks off return to school for Lancaster County colleges [photos] – LancasterOnline

    Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Kicks Off an Exciting New School Year for Lancaster County Colleges [Photos]

    Empyrean Technology’s revenue climbs, but profit plunges 92% in EDA spending squeeze – digitimes

    Empyrean Technology’s Revenue Skyrockets as Profits Plunge 92% Amid EDA Spending Crunch

    Trending Tags

    • Nintendo Switch
    • CES 2017
    • Playstation 4 Pro
    • Mark Zuckerberg
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Business
  • Entertainment
    What Are Our Predictions for Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Based on What She’s Told Us So Far? – yahoo.com

    Uncover the Hidden Surprises in Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ – Can You Decode Her Clues?

    Bama Dining Serving Up New Food, Entertainment – UA News Center

    Bama Dining Launches Thrilling New Food and Entertainment Experiences

    The latest on Williams-Brice Stadium renovations, entertainment district – On3

    Discover the Thrilling New Upgrades Coming to Williams-Brice Stadium and Its Vibrant Entertainment District!

    1000+ Entertainment Leaders Release Open Letter Criticizing TIFF’s Handling of Film – Creative Community for Peace

    1000+ Entertainment Leaders Release Open Letter Criticizing TIFF’s Handling of Film – Creative Community for Peace

    ‘The Lucky Ones’: Mae Ngai Sells Film & TV Rights To Neurosphere Entertainment – Deadline

    The Lucky Ones’: Mae Ngai Lands Thrilling Deal for Film and TV Adaptations

    Our picks for the best things to do in Cincinnati this week, Aug. 18-24 – Cincinnati Enquirer

    Unmissable Things to Do in Cincinnati This Week, Aug. 18-24

  • General
  • Health
  • News

    Cracking the Code: Why China’s Economic Challenges Aren’t Shaking Markets, Unlike America’s” – Bloomberg

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Trump’s Narrow Window to Spread the Truth About Harris

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    Israel-Gaza war live updates: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, group says

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    PAP Boss to Niger Delta Youths, Stay Away from the Protest

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Court Restricts Protests In Lagos To Freedom, Peace Park

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Fans React to Jazz Jennings’ Inspiring Weight Loss Journey

    Trending Tags

    • Trump Inauguration
    • United Stated
    • White House
    • Market Stories
    • Election Results
  • Science
  • Sports
  • Technology
    Teaching older adults how to use technology – WWNY

    Empowering Older Adults to Master Technology with Confidence

    Denver man receives pacemaker using new technology – CBS News

    Denver Man’s Life Transformed by Revolutionary Pacemaker Technology

    Morgan County Rescue Squad is using new technology to recover people missing in the water faster – WAFF

    Morgan County Rescue Squad is using new technology to recover people missing in the water faster – WAFF

    YSU to celebrate launch of new radiology technology program – WKBN.com

    YSU Launches Exciting New Radiology Technology Program Celebration

    Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology kicks off return to school for Lancaster County colleges [photos] – LancasterOnline

    Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Kicks Off an Exciting New School Year for Lancaster County Colleges [Photos]

    Empyrean Technology’s revenue climbs, but profit plunges 92% in EDA spending squeeze – digitimes

    Empyrean Technology’s Revenue Skyrockets as Profits Plunge 92% Amid EDA Spending Crunch

    Trending Tags

    • Nintendo Switch
    • CES 2017
    • Playstation 4 Pro
    • Mark Zuckerberg
No Result
View All Result
Earth-News
No Result
View All Result
Home Health

What Your Mucus Says About Your Health

July 13, 2023
in Health
What Your Mucus Says About Your Health
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

You might think of mucus – the runny, goopy, or gummy stuff you sneeze out, sniff in, and cough up – as something pesky you never seem to have a tissue for. It might not be sexy, but mucus is one of your body’s biggest defenders.

This slippery, sometimes sticky fluid comes from the mucus membranes that line your respiratory tract – your nose, mouth, larynx, trachea, and lungs. Mucus provides moisture for the air we breathe and lubricates your respiratory tract. “Mucus serves a protective function in capturing debris, allergens, dust, and pathogens such as viruses and bacteria, which can then be shuttled out of the body,” says Ken Yanagisawa, MD, president of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Mucus Color Meanings

You’ve likely noticed mucus shows up in a range of colors and textures when you’re sick, sniffly, or congested, or have a condition like a sinus infection. Though mucus color isn’t enough to always diagnose illness or a certain condition, it can point you in the right direction.

And even if you don’t notice it, mucus is always there.

Thin and clear. It’s the sniffly stuff that appears with allergies. Mostly water, yet packed with dissolved salts, proteins, and antibodies, clear mucus also can mean your body’s in healthy mode. Your nasal tissues constantly churn it out. Most of it slyly slips down the back of your throat and dissolves in your stomach without you knowing it.

White. Your nose might be stopped up. The swollen tissues in your nasal passages slow down mucus flow, while moisture loss thickens it and makes it cloudier. This type of mucus ripens conditions for a cold or a sinus infection.

Yellow.  A cold or infection may be building up steam. Your mucus can take on a yellow tint when your white blood cells race to the scene of an infection to try and fend it off.

Green. Dead white blood cells can make your mucus green and gunky. Your immune system’s on high alert. Call your doctor if it doesn’t improve in 10 to 12 days, or if you have a fever. If you have sinusitis, which is a bacterial infection, your doctor likely will order antibiotics to clear it up.

Brown. You might have gotten a big whiff of something like dirt. Brownish mucus could also be tinged with old blood.

It’s rare, but in chronic lung diseases like bronchiectasis or cystic fibrosis, bacteria in your lungs can cause inflammation and bleeding that turn you mucus a dark brown.

What’s key to remember is that yellow, green, or brown mucus all can signal bacterial or viral infections.

Red. A red or pinkish tinge might mean a little harmless blood from, say, blowing your nose often or something riling up your nasal lining. In some cases, “Red mucus – or bloody scabs – can be due to blood from nosebleeds, or bleeding from a polyp or even a tumor,” Yanagisawa says.

Black. You might be breathing in debris that’s clumping up in your nose. Lots of dust or cigarette smoke can blacken mucus, too. And though rare, it also can be a sign of a fungal infection. If you have a weakened immune system, check in with your doctor.

Knowing what mucus colors can mean can help, but it all comes down to what’s normal for your body. So pay attention, Yanagisawa advises. “Any discoloration or alteration in consistency which is abnormal for your body should be monitored closely, and if persistent, should warrant a call or visit with your doctor.”

Mucus Management

The key to dealing with mucus is to ID its source. For example:

Allergies or colds. This thin, clear, watery mucus can be treated with antihistamines. Be mindful if you have a prostate disorder, though. Nasal steroid sprays can give relief, too. If you have glaucoma, you’ll need to be cautious with both of these treatments.

Over-the-counter (OTC) decongestants can help too, but take care using them, says Yanagisawa. They can trigger heart palpitations or speed up your heart rate. Meanwhile, nasal decongestant sprays like oxymetazoline (Afrin) can open up your nasal passages and help you breathe better for a while, but they don’t get rid of mucus. If you use a nasal decongestant for more than 3 days in a row, the congestion can come back and trigger a cycle that’s hard to break. Also:

Prescription nasal antihistamines can help when OTC meds don’t do the trick. The bitter taste can put some people off, though.OTC expectorants that contain guaifenesin (Mucinex, Robitussin) help break up mucus in your chest and keep your airways moist.

“For children, there are a number of nasal aspirators which can be utilized to suction out nasal secretions and mucus safely and effectively,” Yanagisaw notes.

Nose, sinus, or throat infections. These typically trigger green or yellow mucus. “This is best treated with antibiotics if bacteria are the culprit,” he says.

If the mucus comes from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the best treatment is meds such as a histamine-2 receptor blocker, such as famotidine. A proton pump inhibitor such as omeprazole may also work. Cutting out certain foods, including chocolate, spicy foods, citrus, and drinks with caffeine or red wine can help, too.

Maintaining Mucus Health

“Mucus is normal and of vital importance in the proper functioning of our respiratory tract,” Yanagisaw says.

To keep things moving right:

Drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated.Use nasal saline mists or sprays to maintain moisture.Try a humidifier and steam in colder weather.Flush out excess mucus and nasal secretions with a nasal and sinus irrigation device like a neti pot.

© 2022 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.

Photo Credit: Maria Fjeldgaard-Sundstrøm / EyeEm/ Getty Images

SOURCES:

Ken Yanagisawa, MD, FACS; managing partner, Southern New England Ear Nose Throat & Facial Plastic Surgery Group, LLP,  New Haven, CT; president, American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Alexandria, VA.

Cleveland Clinic: “What the Color of Your Snot Really Means.”

Penn Medicine: “Yuck! My Snot Is Green: A Look at What Your Mucus Says About Your Health.”

Texas A&M: “You Asked: What Does the Color of My Mucus Mean?”

Medline Plus: “Guaifenesin.”

Ohio State University: “What does the color of phlegm mean?”

StatPearls: “Rhinitis Medicamentosa.”

>>> Read full article>>>
Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source : WebMD – https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-flu-map/features/mucus-and-health?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Tags: AbouthealthMucus
Previous Post

How Psychedelics Can Heal a Broken Mind

Next Post

An Action Plan for Cold or Flu + COVID-19

Self-directed and prosocial wound care, snare removal, and hygiene behaviors amongst the Budongo chimpanzees – Frontiers

August 21, 2025
Science to screenings to symphonies: What’s happening on Thursday? – Audacy

From Science Talks to Symphony Nights: Don’t Miss These Exciting Events This Thursday!

August 21, 2025
McPherson College Offers New Degree in Exercise Science – Ad Astra Radio

McPherson College Unveils Thrilling New Degree Program in Exercise Science

August 21, 2025
Fly Cathay Pacific and Witness Unique and Award-Winning Cabin Lifestyle in Business Class – autoevolution

Experience Award-Winning Luxury and Unique Comfort in Cathay Pacific Business Class

August 21, 2025
Teaching older adults how to use technology – WWNY

Empowering Older Adults to Master Technology with Confidence

August 21, 2025
Ballers: The 38 Top Sports Agents and Managers in Hollywood – The Hollywood Reporter

Ballers: The 38 Top Sports Agents and Managers in Hollywood – The Hollywood Reporter

August 21, 2025
OpenAI may soon be the world’s most valuable private company—but CEO Sam Altman won’t profit much, with no equity and just a $76,001 salary – Fortune

OpenAI Poised to Become the World’s Most Valuable Private Company-Yet CEO Sam Altman Earns Only $76,001 Without Equity

August 21, 2025
It’s the Economy, Donald – WIRED

It’s the Economy, Donald – WIRED

August 21, 2025
What Are Our Predictions for Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ Based on What She’s Told Us So Far? – yahoo.com

Uncover the Hidden Surprises in Taylor Swift’s ‘Life of a Showgirl’ – Can You Decode Her Clues?

August 21, 2025

How the Right People and Processes Unlock Success in Health AI Implementation

August 21, 2025

Categories

Archives

August 2025
MTWTFSS
 123
45678910
11121314151617
18192021222324
25262728293031
« Jul    
Earth-News.info

The Earth News is an independent English-language daily published Website from all around the World News

Browse by Category

  • Business (20,132)
  • Ecology (783)
  • Economy (804)
  • Entertainment (21,682)
  • General (16,598)
  • Health (9,843)
  • Lifestyle (816)
  • News (22,149)
  • People (805)
  • Politics (812)
  • Science (16,016)
  • Sports (21,302)
  • Technology (15,784)
  • World (785)

Recent News

Self-directed and prosocial wound care, snare removal, and hygiene behaviors amongst the Budongo chimpanzees – Frontiers

August 21, 2025
Science to screenings to symphonies: What’s happening on Thursday? – Audacy

From Science Talks to Symphony Nights: Don’t Miss These Exciting Events This Thursday!

August 21, 2025
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact

© 2023 earth-news.info

No Result
View All Result

© 2023 earth-news.info

No Result
View All Result

© 2023 earth-news.info

Go to mobile version