the thin, moist layer of skin overlying areas of the body such as the inner portions of eyelids ( conjunctiva), nose and mouth.

the soft, pink layer of cells that produce mucus in order to keep body structures lubricated; found in structures such as the eyelids, respiratory tract, and urinary tract

Mucus-secreting membrane lining all body cavities or passages that communicate with the exterior.

is a membrane rich in mucous glands, such as the lining of the roof of the mouth or nose.

The inner lining of all body cavities (e.g., vagina, anus, mouth, nose). These areas are especially prone to being infected with the herpes viruses.

The moist membrane that lines many tubular structures and cavities in the body, including the mouth, respiratory tract and gastrointestinal (digestive) tract.

A membrane, or lining, which protects the various passages of the body that are exposed to the external environment by secreting a slimy substance called mucus.

A wet layer of body tissue which lines internal parts of the body such as the nose and mouth

The mucous-secreting membrane that lines hollow organs of the body (respiratory, pulmonary and urinogenital tracts).

The lining of the nose and sinuses. There are also mucous membranes in other parts of the body

The lubricated inner lining of the mouth, nose, vagina and urethra, anus; any membrane or lining which contains mucous secreting glands. These areas are especially vulnerable to being infected with the herpes viruses.

A lining or membrane of all body passages that have an outside opening, such as the mouth and vagina. The glands in the mucous membrane produce mucous.

The lining of certain cavities, such as the nose and mouth and intestinal tract, that produces a protective layer of mucus.

The tissue that forms the lining of body cavities, such as the nose and mouth.

This should be salmon pink in color. Deepening color to darker red shows fatigue. Injected Mucous Membrane. The darkened mucous membrane. Pressure Bumps can be caused by ill-fitting tack. Also, some horses seem prone to them however many precautions are taken. Adequate padding and well-conditioned tack allied with gradual release of pressure over back area can help alleviate these.

The moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities (such as the nose, mouth, lungs, and stomach). Glands in the mucous membrane make mucus (a thick, slippery fluid). Also called mucosa.

A thin layer of mucous-secreting tissue covering a body surface or lining an organ. For example : the nose, stomach, intestines and bronchial tubes

(n) (syn. mucosa) mucus-secreting membrane lining passages and cavities of the body that come in contact with air

A membrane rich in mucous glands which lines body passages and cavities which communicate directly or indirectly with the exterior and functions in the protection, support, nutrient absorption, and secretion of mucus, enzymes, and salts.

The moist lining of the mouth, nose, eyes (conjunctiva), genitals, and other areas.

the moist layer of tissue lining the digestive, respiratory, urinary and reproductive tracts - all the body cavities with openings to the outside world except the ears.

The moist lining which covers many areas inside the body such as the mouth, vagina, and anus

Lining of the oral cavity as well as other canals and cavities of the body; also called "mucosa". Currently there are no terms listed alphabetically under this letter. You can use the search function at the top of this page to find information that may exist in other locations on ADA.org.

The moist layer of tissue lining all body passages, cavities and openings (except the ears) to the outside.

Thin elastic tissue which lines cavities connected with the skin, for example, the eyes or mouth.

See mucosa

The moist tissue that lines some organs and body cavities (such as the nose, mouth, lungs) and makes mucus (a thick, slippery fluid). Also called mucosa.

A moist layer of tissue that lines body cavities or passages that have an opening to the external world (e.g., the lining of the mouth, nostrils or vagina).

This is tissue that lines a body cavity and contains mucous-secreting glands. The linings of the mouth, the vagina, rectum, and urethra are mucous membranes.

Lining of respiratory, digestive, and urinary tracts.

A membrane lining various canals and cavities of the body; a tissue that secretes mucus.

The mucous membranes (or mucosae; singular: mucosa) are linings of mostly endodermal origin, covered in epithelium, and are involved in absorption and secretion. They line various body cavities that are exposed to the external environment and internal organs. It is at several places continuous with skin: at the nostrils, the lips, the ears, the genital area, and the anus.