Definitions
- Referring to the watery discharge from the eyes or nose due to allergies or a cold. - Describing the crusty buildup that forms around the eyes or nose after sleeping. - Talking about the sticky substance that accumulates in the corners of the eyes or mouth.
- Referring to the slimy substance produced by the lining of the nose and throat to protect against infection. - Describing the thick, sticky substance that accumulates in the lungs during respiratory illness. - Talking about the slippery substance that lines various organs in the body to prevent friction or damage.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are bodily fluids.
- 2Both can be caused by illness or allergies.
- 3Both can cause discomfort or irritation.
- 4Both serve a protective function in the body.
- 5Both can be expelled through coughing, sneezing, or blowing the nose.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Rheum is typically found around the eyes or nose, while mucus is produced in the nose and throat and can accumulate in the lungs.
- 2Consistency: Rheum is usually watery or sticky, while mucus is thicker and more viscous.
- 3Function: Rheum helps to lubricate and protect the eyes and nose, while mucus serves as a protective barrier against infection and irritation.
- 4Color: Rheum is often clear or white, while mucus can range from clear to yellow or green depending on the presence of infection.
- 5Frequency: Rheum is typically produced in small amounts and cleared away regularly, while mucus can accumulate in larger quantities during illness or infection.
Remember this!
Rheum and mucus are both bodily fluids that serve a protective function in the body. However, they differ in location, consistency, function, color, and frequency. Rheum is typically found around the eyes or nose, is watery or sticky, and helps to lubricate and protect those areas. Mucus, on the other hand, is produced in the nose and throat, is thicker and more viscous, and serves as a protective barrier against infection and irritation.
