Lung diseases kill millions of people around the world each year. Treatment options are limited, and animal models for studying these illnesses and experimental medications are inadequate. Now, ...

Connective tissue provides the framework and support for tissues throughout the body, including bones, muscles, blood vessels, and organs. It consists of a variety of proteins, such as collagen and ...

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 ...

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Key Takeaways Thick mucus in the throat can be caused by infections like colds, ...