MUCOMEMBRANOUS Meaning and
Definition
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Mucomembranous is an adjective that refers to a condition or substance characterized by the presence or production of both mucus and membrane-like structures. The term is derived from the combination of two words: "muco," which pertains to mucus, and "membranous," which denotes the presence of a membrane.
In medical contexts, mucomembranous typically describes the nature of certain disorders or diseases that involve the excessive secretion or buildup of mucus, which then forms a thin layer resembling a membrane. The mucus-membrane combination may occur in various parts of the body, such as the respiratory, digestive, or reproductive systems. For instance, mucomembranous colitis refers to inflammation of the colon characterized by the formation of a mucus-lined membrane on the inner surface of the colon. Similarly, mucomembranous rhinitis is a condition marked by inflammation and excess mucus production in the nasal passages, resulting in the formation of a dense mucus-membrane layer.
In a broader sense, mucomembranous can also be used to describe any substance or material that exhibits both mucous and membrane-like properties. For example, a laboratory experiment might involve the production of a mucomembranous compound that has a thick, gelatinous consistency mimicking mucus, while having a flexible and sheet-like structure reminiscent of a membrane.
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Relating to a mucous membrane.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for MUCOMEMBRANOUS
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Etymology of MUCOMEMBRANOUS
The word "mucomembranous" has Greek roots. It is derived from the combination of two Greek words: "mucos" and "membranous".
1. "Mucos" (μύκωμα) - This word in Greek refers to mucus, which is a slimy substance secreted by certain tissues in the body, particularly the mucous membranes.
2. "Membranous" (μεμβρανικός) - This word in Greek means "pertaining to a membrane". It is derived from "membrana" (μεμβράνα), which refers to a thin, flexible layer or sheet-like structure that covers or lines certain parts of the body.
When these two words are combined, "mucomembranous" is formed, describing something relating to or consisting of both mucus and a membrane.
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