Yellow snot is gross, but does it mean you have an infection? Here's everything you need to know about it. Snot, mucus, phlegm ... whatever you call it, it's kind of a mess. There's enough dread ...

Black mucus is rare. It can be the sign of a fungal infection, or exposure to pollutants such as coal, dust or cigarette ...

Mucus isn't exactly something people give much thought to — until they're sick and dealing with a constantly runny nose. But mucus is actually an important part of a healthy immune system, according ...

Before tossing your next used tissue, you might want to check out the snot color inside. As gross as it sounds, your mucus—be it clear, green, yellow, or brown—is a reflection of your overall health.

The color of your phlegm may be more than simply an unpleasant observation; it may also be an indicator into your health. The ...

Mucus has several names. Most commonly, it is called snot—the sticky goo that pours from your nose during a cold. Many refer to it as phlegm—the gunk that clogs your lungs and makes you cough. While ...

I’m guessing you haven’t spent much time thinking about mucus recently. Sure, some of you with allergies or colds probably have, but not in a sort of optimistic way. Well, good news, there are ...

Kristin Ahrens is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) and the National Association of School Nurses (NASN). Not many things are as uncomfortable and annoying ...

Mucus consists mainly of water and a gel-forming molecule called mucin. The body uses mucus to protect tissues, remove particles, and prevent infections. Mucus is essential for the functioning of many ...