Just a few puffs into each nostril, and you're protected against infection from nasty cold viruses - that is, according to claims made for many nasal sprays. Can they really do this?Well, not directly ...

"The nasal cycle is a process where the mucous membranes and erectile tissue inside one side of your nose swell up, reducing airflow," explains Dr. Michael Deeg in an interview with Fit For Fun ...

A new study reveals that individuals with allergic rhinitis and asthma have distinct nasal fungal profiles, hinting at ...

She adds, “Some areas of our body that have mucous membranes do experience increased flow and your nose is one of them.” Some swelling in pregnancy is expected, but doctors do worry if their ...

A 30-year-old woman produced a single mass of gray material from her nose during a particularly forceful sneeze several hours before presenting to our clinic. She asked that the material be ...

Chilly weather isn’t the culprit to cold and flu season but it does contribute to a heightened risk for transmission of ...

Learn how allergies and other conditions can cause a sore throat, and how to identify the right treatment based on your ...

help clear your nasal passages. Laura Martin, MD, MPH And the snot and the mucus, they help keep our mucous membranes moist and protect them from getting dry and cracked. Michael Smith ...

This snot protects the mucous membranes in your nose and also the bronchioles (air sacs) in your lungs from any damage caused by the cold air. Wearing a scarf over your nose and mouth in cold ...

Discover how the dry air of winter affects your nose and how to combat the drying out with helpful tips and treatments.

Pemphigus is a rare autoimmune disease that causes painful blisters on the skin and mucous membranes, including the mouth, ...