Blennorrhoea
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Blennorrhoea
Blennorrhoea (pronounced: /ˌblɛnəˈriːə/) is a medical term that refers to an excessive discharge of mucus, particularly from the urethra or vagina.
Etymology
The term "Blennorrhoea" 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.
- Blennorrhagia: Another term for gonorrhea, especially when characterized by a discharge of mucus.
- Blennorrhinia: Excessive discharge of mucus from the nose.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Blennorrhoea
- Wikipedia's article - Blennorrhoea
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