In an article published in Mucosal Immunology, scientists show that IgA antibodies present in mucous membranes play a key ...

Ocular cicatricial pemphigoid (OCP) is a rare autoimmune disease. Without proper treatment, it can damage the eyes and cause vision loss. OCP is a type of mucous membrane pemphigoid (MMP). MMP is a ...

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 ...

Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) is a rare skin and mucous membrane disorder that causes skin cells to die and the top layer of the skin to separate from the middle layer. It is potentially life ...

As the winter months transition into spring, the lingering dry air can still have a significant impact on one’s voice. This dryness can lead to common issues like hoarseness, vocal fatigue and throat ...

Airways with mucus plugs have thicker epithelium, basement membranes and smooth muscle than unplugged airways. These thicker features occur in patients with fatal and nonfatal asthma alike. WASHINGTON ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Conjunctival melanoma is an uncommon but aggressive ocular malignancy with high potential for metastasis, ...