PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Mucus has several names. Snot, the sticky goo that pours from your nose during a cold. Or phlegm, the gunk that can clog your lungs and make you cough. You probably aren’t a fan of the stuff. But mucus is so much more than a runny nose.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mucus is the gelatinous, watery or slippery fluid made by mucous membranes in the body, often noticeable when you blow your nose during a cold. Mucus also acts as a filter for irritants such as dust, bacteria, smoke and allergens. It contains natural antibodies and enzymes to help fight off bacteria and infections.