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  2. Mucus fishing syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Mucus fishing syndrome is a rare condition caused by repeated self damage to the conjunctiva. [1] The condition causes excessive mucus production. [2] Patients with this condition make their condition worse by removing mucus from their eyes. [3]

  3. Rheum - Wikipedia

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    Rheum from a cat's eyes. Rheum (/ r uː m /; from Greek: ῥεῦμα rheuma 'a flowing, rheum') is a thin mucus naturally discharged from the eyes, nose, or mouth, often during sleep (contrast with mucopurulent discharge). [1] [2] [3] Rheum dries and gathers as a crust in the corners of the eyes or the mouth, on the eyelids, or under the nose. [3]

  4. Dry eye syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Several classes of medications (both prescription and OTC) have been hypothesized as a major cause of dry eye, especially in the elderly. Particularly, anticholinergic medications that also cause dry mouth are believed to promote dry eye. [25] Dry eye may also be caused by thermal or chemical burns, or (in epidemic cases) by adenoviruses.

  5. Got snot? Here's what your mucus tells you about allergies ...

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    Mucus has trillions of microbes and is a first line of defense against microorganisms that cause infections, the NIH says. "Mucus is very helpful in terms of our immune system," Elliott says.

  6. Ophthalmia - Wikipedia

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    A bacterial infection can result in a mucus and pus secretion. [1] Severe cases of ophthalmia can cause blindness if not treated, especially in newborns, who contract it from the environment in the womb. [2] Treatments vary according to the nature of the cause, with minor irritations going away on their own.

  7. What does the color of your mucus mean?

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    A fungal infection or polluted air can cause brown or black mucus, according to Nasseri. "Charcoal or sooty looking phlegm is often seen in people who work in coal mines and factories, or are ...

  8. Post-nasal drip - Wikipedia

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    Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common condition where exposure to allergens results in the release of inflammatory mediators, such as histamine, that causes sneezing, rhinorrhea, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion. [7] The increased rhinorrhea and mucus production can result in PND.

  9. Conjunctivitis - Wikipedia

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    Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye or Madras eye, [4] [5] is inflammation of the conjunctiva and the inner surface of the eyelid. [6] It makes the eye appear pink or reddish. [1] Pain, burning, scratchiness, or itchiness may occur. [1] The affected eye may have increased tears or be "stuck shut" in the morning. [1] Swelling of the sclera ...