Blennorrhea
Blennorrhea
Blennorrhea (pronounced: /blɛnəˈriːə/) is a medical term that refers to an excessive discharge of mucus, particularly from the urethra or the vagina.
Etymology
The term "Blennorrhea" is derived from the Greek words "blenna" meaning mucus and "rhoia" meaning flow.
Related Terms
- Mucus: A slippery secretion produced by, and covering, mucous membranes.
- Urethra: The duct by which urine is conveyed out of the body from the bladder.
- Vagina: The muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women and most female mammals.
- Discharge: The action of discharging a liquid, gas, or other substance.
Symptoms
Blennorrhea is characterized by an excessive discharge of mucus. This discharge can occur from the urethra or the vagina, and it is often a symptom of an underlying condition, such as a sexually transmitted infection or a urinary tract infection.
Treatment
Treatment for blennorrhea typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the excessive mucus discharge. This may involve antibiotics for an infection, or other treatments as appropriate based on the specific cause.
See Also
- Leukorrhea: A thick, whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge.
- Rhinorrhea: A condition where the nasal cavity is filled with a significant amount of mucus fluid.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blennorrhea
- Wikipedia's article - Blennorrhea
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