mucous

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Mucous, produced by the epithelial exocrine glands, covers the epithelial layer.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Mucous glands are found along much of the length of the urethra and protect the urethra from extremes of urine pH.

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Mucous, sweat, saliva, and breast milk are all examples of secretions from exocrine glands.

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Affections of the Mucous Membranes.—The inflammation of the nasal mucous membrane that causes snuffles has already been referred to.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

Visible Mucous Membranes.—The visible mucous membranes, as they are termed, are the lining membranes of the eyelids, nostrils and nasal cavities, and mouth.

From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.