Mucus

Mucus is a slimy, viscous substance produced by cells in the body. It helps to protect and lubricate the body's tissues and organs, including the digestive and respiratory tracts, and helps to control the movement of cells and other substances between them. For example, mucus formed in the nose allows for the filtering and removal of dust and other allergens. Mucus also helps to defend against infection, by capturing and inactivating viruses and bacteria. In addition, it is thought to play a role in the prevention of dehydration, by helping to retain water.

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Otolaryngology Advances

ISSN: 2379-8572
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor-in-Chief: Ioannis Chatzistefanou, 401 Military Hospital of Athens, Athens
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery provides care for people suffering from illnesses of the head and neck. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. We invite manuscripts.
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