Dacryoblenorrhea

/ˌdæk.ri.oʊ.blɛn.oʊˈri.ə/ noun

Definition

A discharge of mucus or mucoid material from the lacrimal apparatus (tear system).

Etymology

From Greek 'dakryon' (tear) + 'blenna' (mucus) + 'rhea' (flow). The '-rhea' suffix indicates a flowing or discharge condition, commonly used in medical terminology.

Kelly Says

When your tear drainage system gets clogged or infected, you can get this slimy, mucus-like discharge—it's uncomfortable but the medical name makes it sound very serious!

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